1. Problem Solving
2nd Grade

2. 2nd Grade Problem Solving Standard
2.OA.1 Use addition and subtraction within 100 to solve one-and two-step word problems involving situations adding to, taking from, putting together, taking apart, and comparing, with unknowns in all positions, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.
2nd Grade Problem Solving Standard

3. Addition and Subtraction Equations
A = __ B. __= 8+6 Missing Sum
C. 8+__=14 D. 14=8+__ Missing 2nd Addend
E. __+6=14 F. 14=__+6 Missing 1st Addend
Subtraction
A = __ B. __= Missing Difference
C __ =8 D. 8=14 - __ Missing Subtrahend
E. __ - 6 =14 F. 8=__ - 6 Missing Minuend
Addition and Subtraction Equations

4. Step 1: Read the entire problem and underline the question.
Step 2: Rewrite the question as a statement.
Step 3: Draw your model
Step 4: Solve your equation.
Step 5: Check and fill in your answer
Problem Solving Steps

5. Student Examples

6. Helpful Tips Online Problem Solving Websites:
Games:
Missing Addend Card Game
Helpful Tips