Student Instructions
Start the activity. Use the ♥ to represent the two sets of objects. How many altogether? Circle and write the number. On the last page, create your own math story and tell how many altogether! Turn in your work.
This activity supports the following Virginia ELDS for Math: 3.2c Solves addition (joining) problems using manipulatives (e.g., fingers, objects, tally marks). Activity Progression: Present to Whole Class: Provide manipulatives for students to follow along as you complete the activity together. Small Groups: Provide manipulatives for students to follow along as you complete the activity together. Independent: Allow students to manipulate objects on the screen and complete the activity independently.