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You can make the number 5 using different pairs of numbers. Even if the groups look different, they can still add up to the same total. This Kindergarten Math lesson builds the skill Compose and decompose to 10 with a concept card and practice.

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"Make a total in different ways" is a Kindergarten Math lesson in the Make and Break unit, designed for students around ages 5-6.

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Make a total in different ways

Kindergarten Math practice: Which pair makes 6: 1 and 5, or 2 and 3. Part of place value (Make and Break).

~6 min

Different pairs can make the same total.

Making a Total of Five

Blue row

Red row

2+3=5

You can make the number 5 using different pairs of numbers. Even if the groups look different, they can still add up to the same total.

💡 Check the total number of items in each group to see if they match.