The Data Analysis Unit involves collecting and organizing information to make it useful for answering questions such as—

• Which group has more? How do you know?

• Which group has less? How do you know?

• Do any groups have the same number? How do you know?

• Is there another way to sort your data/objects/cubes …?

• How can a friend see how you sorted your data/objects/cubes …?

The Geometry Unit involves the analysis of two- and three-dimensional geometric figures in order to understand their attributes. Students will answer questions such as—

The Addition and Subtraction Unit involves understanding the processes of addition and subtraction in order to solve problems and answer questions such as—

The Composing and Decomposing Numbers Unit involves conceptualizing whole numbers in terms of their parts which builds flexible thinking, number sense and the foundation for addition and subtraction. Questions to answer might include—

• How many different ways can you show five with the fingers on both hands?

• How will you know when you have found all the ways?

• Why is it important to find different combinations (ways) to build ten?

• Did you see any patterns when you showed the combinations for ___?

The Comparing Numbers Unit involves understanding the relative position and magnitude of whole numbers, and their relationships within the numeration system. Students will answer questions such as—

• How do you know which group has more? How do you know which group has less?

• Do any groups have the same number? How do you know?

The Counting and Cardinality Unit involves understanding numbers and how they are used to name quantities and to answer questions, such as—

• How many balls is the clown juggling?

• Do you have enough cups for each member of your group to have one?

• How do you know how many objects you have?