Grade 1

Help your Grade 1 mathematician fall in love with Algebra ideas-made simple, colorful, and fun! This workbook uses playful patterns, "fair and equal" number sentences, and mystery-box problems to build strong Algebra thinking from the start. Designed by an experienced elementary math teacher, every page invites kids to explore, draw, compare, and solve-with big 16-pt text, friendly visuals, and plenty of space to work.
What's inside

• Patterns Everywhere (20 activities): extend AB/ABB/AAB patterns, grow "stairs," and spot what comes next.
• Equals Means Fair (20 activities): check if equations are true/false, balance both sides, and use =, >, < within 20.
• Find the Mystery Number (20 activities): solve addition & subtraction with a missing number (□ ? △)-unknown in any position-within 20.

• Kid-friendly design: large print (16-pt), clear directions, and bright visual cues.
• Curriculum-aligned skills: early algebraic thinking with patterns, equality, and unknowns-perfect for Grade 1.
• Ready to use: print or write directly in the workbook; great for centers, homework, or small-group intervention.