Grade 1 Math — Canadian Curriculum Guide
Grade 1 Math introduces counting to 50, basic addition and subtraction to 20, simple patterns, 2D and 3D shapes, and Canadian coins.
Curriculum Units — Grade 1 Math
Strand B: Number
Lessons:
- Read and Represent Numbers to 50
- Compare and Order Numbers
- Compose and Decompose Numbers
- Addition and Subtraction to 20
Key topics: Counting to 50, Number comparisons, Place value basics, Adding within 20
Strand C: Algebra (Patterns)
Lessons:
- Identify Repeating Patterns
- Extend Patterns
Key topics: AB, ABB, ABC patterns, Predicting pattern elements
Strand E: Spatial Sense
Lessons:
- 2D Shapes and 3D Objects
- Positional Language
- Symmetry
Key topics: Circles, squares, triangles, Cubes, spheres, cylinders
Strand F: Financial Literacy
Lessons:
- Money to $1
Key topics: Canadian coins, Counting coins
What Your Child Will Learn in Grade 1 Math
- Count, read, and write numbers to 50
- Add and subtract within 20
- Identify repeating patterns
- Recognize 2D shapes and 3D objects
- Identify Canadian coins to $1
Parent Tips for Grade 1 Math
- Practice counting everyday objects
- Play pattern games with coloured blocks
- Let your child handle real coins when shopping
Frequently Asked Questions
What math does a Grade 1 student learn in Canada?
Grade 1 math covers counting to 50, addition and subtraction to 20, 2D shapes, 3D objects, repeating patterns, sorting data, and Canadian coins up to $1.
How high should a Grade 1 student count?
By end of Grade 1, students should count, read, write and represent numbers up to 50.
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