+91 9211493190One of the first foundational concepts kids encounter in math is the difference between even and odd numbers. When you explain it the right way, it’s an easy concept that helps kids with counting, skip-counting, addition, and patterns.
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What Are Even Numbers?
An even number is one that can be divided into two equal groups with no extra numbers.
You can think of even numbers as pairs, where everything fits together.
Even numbers always end in:
0, 2, 4, 6, or 8
Examples of even numbers
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 20, 42, 108
Suppose a child has 6 candies. If they share them with a friend, both get 3 each. Nothing is left over.
So, 6 is even!
What Are Odd Numbers?
An odd number is one that can’t be divided into two equal parts. There will always be one extra left out.
All odd numbers end in:
1, 3, 5, 7, or 9
Examples of odd numbers
1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 25, 37, 101
Suppose a child has 5 cookies and tries to share them with a friend, someone will get an extra cookie.
So, 5 is odd!
Trick to Tell Odd vs Even
Just look at the last digit of the number.
- Ends in 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 → Even
- Ends in 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 → Odd
This works with big numbers as well!
Example:
- 248 → last digit is 8 → even
- 537 → last digit is 7 → odd
Why Is It Important to Learn Odd & Even Numbers?
Kids can learn a lot by knowing what odd and even numbers are:
- Building number sense
- Learning patterns
- Doing quick mental math
- Solving word problems
- Understanding skip-counting (like 2, 4, 6, 8…)
In the beginning, it’s a small skill that makes a big difference.
Real-Life Examples: Odd and Even Numbers
Here are some easy ways to help kids see odd and even numbers in their everyday lives:
Even numbers in real life
- 4 wheels on a car
- 2 shoes in a pair
- 6 eggs in half a dozen
Odd numbers in real life
- 3 legs on a tripod
- 5 points on many stars
- 7 days in a week
Kids remember math better when they see how it works in real life.
Quick Practice: Ask Your Child
Try these with your child:
- Is 12 an odd or even number?
- What about 19?
- Is 101 an odd number or an even number?
- Can you divide 8 into two equal parts?
- Does 27 leave one extra when shared?
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