Hands-On Math: Using Ten-Frames to Add & Subtract Micro Course

Make Addition and Subtraction Visible with Ten-Frames

Help students move beyond memorizing addition and subtraction procedures to understanding what is actually happening with numbers. This hands-on micro course explores how ten-frames make place value, composing, and decomposing visible, helping students see what happens when a ten is made or broken apart. Educators will explore how extended ten-frames can bridge visual models and written equations, building the conceptual understanding students need to make sense of addition and subtraction algorithms.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Explain how ten-frames support place value understanding and flexible computation.
• Model addition and subtraction with larger quantities using extended ten-frames.
• Connect ten-frame models to equations, number sentences, and written computation strategies.

Target Audience:

• Math Teachers and Coaches

Format:

• Self-paced eLearning course with interactive knowledge checks and real-world scenarios.
• The estimated time to take the course is 10 minutes.
• Downloadable Lesson plans to support student understanding of adding and subtracting using ten frames, geared towards 2nd grade, and can be adjusted to meet the needs of your students.
• A completion certificate is available after completing the course.