Number Bonds
Middle School / Math / Algebra
See how we use number bonds in everyday Math lessons. Number bonds are pictorial representation of part-part-whole relationships. Number bonds consist of a minimum of 3 circles that are connected by lines. The "whole" is written in the first circle and its "parts" are written in the adjoining circles. Number bonds are used to build deeper understanding of math facts and help students understand part-whole relationships, develop algebraic thinking, master addition, subtraction, multiplication and