Florida B.E.S.T. MA.3.NSO.2.1
The Standard
Add and subtract multi-digit whole numbers including using a standard algorithm with procedural fluency.
Florida B.E.S.T. Standards for Mathematics
Teacher's field guide
What This Standard Means
What Students Need to Do
- Students add and subtract numbers with several digits using an organized written method. They align place values, regroup when needed, and connect each step to the value of the digits.
What Mastery Looks Like
- Students line up digits by place value and use the standard algorithm accurately. They regroup across one or more places, handle zeros correctly, and explain each recorded digit.
Common Misconceptions
- Students may regroup without adding the carried value or may forget to rename a place when subtracting. They often misalign digits, especially when zeros appear inside a number. Some apply the subtraction steps from left to right instead of starting with the ones place.
How to Assess It
- Ask students to solve 2,748 + 1,596 and 5,003 − 2,687 using the standard algorithm. Have them circle each regrouping and check one answer with the inverse operation.
Lesson moves
Ways to Teach It
Give pairs base-ten blocks and place-value mats to model 2,356 + 1,487 before recording each regrouping with the standard algorithm.
Ask students to explain why 4,002 − 1,685 requires regrouping across zeros, using words, numbers, or a place-value chart.
Play Regrouping Race by drawing two number cards, adding or subtracting them, and earning a point for an accurate algorithm and estimate.
Give students a school supply budget and price list, then have them find total costs and remaining money using written algorithms.
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