This Grade 1 easy-3 worksheet pushes back on the biggest equal sign misconception: that = means 'the answer comes next.' First graders trace six math words, complete four fill-in sentences about amount, value, and matching totals, and answer three true-or-false statements. Children practice saying out loud that the equal sign means same amount on both sides, building a clear foundation before harder balance work.
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Equal Sign & True/False Equations
Part A: Trace the Words
Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.
1. amount
2. value
3. total
4. worth
5. check
6. pair
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. When you see =, it means the two sides are the same amount.
2. The = sign does NOT mean the answer comes next.
3. In 4 = 4, both sides have the same value .
4. To check an equation, add each side and see if the totals match .
Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1. The = sign means both sides hold the same amount.
True False
2. The = sign tells you the answer is coming next.
True False
3. 6 = 6 shows both sides have the same value.
True False
Equal Sign & True/False Equations
★ Part A: Trace the Words
Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.
1) amount
2) value
3) total
4) worth
5) check
6) pair
★ Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1) When you see =, it means the two sides are the same amount.
2) The = sign does NOT mean the answer comes next.
3) In 4 = 4, both sides have the same value .
4) To check an equation, add each side and see if the totals match .
★ Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1) The = sign means both sides hold the same amount.
True
False
2) The = sign tells you the answer is coming next.
True
False
3) 6 = 6 shows both sides have the same value.
True
False
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