math · Grade 6
Integer Comparisons and Changes
Interpret signed numbers and changes on a number line.
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Learning goals
- Interpret signed numbers and changes on a number line.
Before you begin
Understand the words and representations introduced in the Explore activity.
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Follow the sequence
Complete practice
Practice previewInteger Comparisons and Changes
Practice · Independent · 25 min
Interpret signed numbers and changes on a number line. A complete set with exploration, practice and application. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
1. Explore
Practice previewInteger Comparisons and Changes: Explore and Explain
Explore · Independent · 10 min
Interpret signed numbers and changes on a number line. A focused learn activity. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
2. Practice
Practice previewInteger Comparisons and Changes: Practice Independently
Practice · Independent · 10 min
Interpret signed numbers and changes on a number line. A focused practice activity. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
3. Apply
Practice previewInteger Comparisons and Changes: Apply and Create
Apply · Independent · 15 min
Interpret signed numbers and changes on a number line. A focused apply activity. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
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Numbered activities, separate answer keys and a teaching guide in one ZIP. The pack uses the focused sequence; the complete practice sheet above is an alternative.
Teaching and response guide
- Begin with: Which is greater: -2 or -5?
- Connect the response to: Find 4 - 7.
- Ask students to apply the idea: What is the distance of -6 from zero?
Watch for: Accepting an answer without checking whether it uses the material and satisfies the requested relationship or criteria.
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Possible next goals
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