Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand basic algebraic concepts while having fun with a zombie theme.

Materials and Prep

• Whiteboard or paper
• Markers or pencils

Activities

1. Warm-up: Zombie Counting

   Start by counting zombies together. Write numbers from 1 to 10 on the whiteboard or paper, and draw a zombie next to each number. Count aloud while pointing to each zombie. Encourage the student to count along with you.

2. Zombie Addition

   Introduce addition using zombies. Draw two zombies on the whiteboard or paper, and write the numbers 2 and 3 next to them. Ask the student to count the total number of zombies. Explain that adding the numbers together gives us the total. Write the addition equation: 2 + 3 = 5. Repeat with different numbers.

3. Zombie Subtraction

   Continue with subtraction using zombies. Draw five zombies on the whiteboard or paper, and write the number 5 next to them. Ask the student to count the total number of zombies. Explain that subtracting a number means taking some zombies away. Erase or cross out a few zombies and write the subtraction equation: 5 - 2 = 3. Repeat with different numbers.

4. Zombie Equations

   Now, introduce simple algebraic equations using zombies. Write an equation on the whiteboard or paper, such as: 2 + ? = 4. Explain that we need to find the missing number that, when added to 2, gives us a total of 4. Encourage the student to think and solve the equation. Repeat with different equations.

Kindergarten Grade Talking Points

• "Zombies are fun creatures that we can use to learn math!"
• "When we add numbers, we can find the total."
• "When we subtract numbers, we can take some away."
• "An equation is like a puzzle. We need to find the missing number."