Game 12: Sum War

Chapter 3. Derived Fact Strategies for Addition and Subtraction


Targeted Facts: Sums within 20


Using Sum War for Math Fact Fluency:

  • Derived fact strategies for addition and subtraction require a focus on strategy selection and flexibility.
  • Foundational facts must precede derived facts. Students use the foundational facts they have mastered to develop derived fact strategies for addition and subtraction.
  • Assess students for automaticity with foundational facts to determine readiness for derived fact strategies.
  • Near Doubles, Making 10, and Pretend a Ten are accessible, commonly used, and powerful strategies students may use during Sum War.

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