Mathematics·Addition & Subtraction·procedural
Number bonds to 9
Find the number that makes 10 when added to a given number from 1 to 9 (number bonds to 10)
Suggested ages 4–6
Evidence of understanding
- Given 7, respond '3' to make 10
- Use a ten-frame to find the complement to 10
- Record pairs that make 10 as equations (e.g. 6 + 4 = 10)
Assessment prompt
If Number bonds to 9 has 6 strawberries and needs 10 for a recipe, can they quickly tell you they need 4 more — without counting all the way up from 1?
Standards alignment
K.OA.4US · ccss-math
Make 10
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · K
Maths/Y1/AS/2GB · uk-nc-2013
Number bonds and subtraction facts within 20
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1