Odd or Even Objects

Description

In this lesson students will learn how to determine what an odd and even number is. Our comprehensive lesson will reinforce vocabulary and give students examples of even and odd numbers. Students will practice finding and classifying odd and even numbers.

The students will be able to determine if a number is even or odd.

1. Begin by explaining to students that numbers can be classified as even or odd.
2. While reading the content pages, reinforce vocabulary and give students additional examples of even and odd numbers.  Use the additional resources to enhance understanding.
3. Introduce the notes on odd or even objects. Have students practice finding if a number is even or odd by investigating if it has a remainder.  Use the additional resources to enhance understanding.
4. Have students practice problems with a neighbor or with the whole class.
5. Follow Activity page with students. Have students work individually.
6. Distribute Practice page. Check and review the students’ responses as a class.
7. Distribute the Homework page. Have students share their answers to the last two problems out loud at the beginning of the next class to assess understanding.
8. In closing, ask students to name an even number and then ask students to name an odd number.
9. Allow for responses and discussion.

Common Core State Standards: 

CCSS.Math.Content.2.OA.C.3

None for Grade 3

Class Sessions (45 minutes): 1 class

Additional Resources:

• http://blog.heidisongs.com/2016/07/5-ways-to-teach-odd-even-numbers-and-a-sale.html
• https://educators.brainpop.com/bp-jr-topic/even-and-odd/
• http://www.beingtheparent.com/how-to-teach-my-child-odd-and-even-numbers/
• http://www.abcya.com/number_ninja_odd_even.htm
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