Bar Model Addition Strategy Activity

Get ready to practise adding numbers within 100 using the bar model in this fun ocean-themed interactive! This activity features an exciting self-checking interactive experience in which they will add numbers within 100 to reveal a fun mystery picture.

Each correct answer reveals a piece of an image, making the learning experience both fun and rewarding. Students will stay engaged and motivated as they work through the activity, eager to complete the picture and show off their newfound addition skills.

Not only is our PowerPoint easy to use, but it’s also customisable to fit your specific needs. With the ability to edit and add your questions, you can tailor the activity to align with your curriculum and teaching goals.

Skip the Addition Strategies Worksheets! Try a Mystery Picture Instead!

You can bypass those standard addition strategy worksheets and provide your students with a fun and engaging activity they will beg to play repeatedly!

Each correct answer reveals a piece of an image, making the learning experience both fun and rewarding. Students will stay engaged and motivated as they work through the deck, eager to complete the picture and show off their new addition skills.

Download Your Maths Mystery Today!

Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the PowerPoint or editable Google Slides version of this resource. 

Here’s what you need to do to use this resource

1. Download the file type of your choice.
2. Make a copy of the file (if using the Slides version) or download the PPT version.
3. Assign the activity to your students in Google Classroom or another LMS system for the slides version. 
4. Students will open the file on their devices, or you can use it as a group activity.
5. This activity runs in presentation/slideshow mode. So once the file is open, click present, and you are ready to play!

This resource was created by Cassandra Friesen, a Teach Starter Collaborator.