Even and Odd Numbers
Grade 2
What are Even Numbers?
Even numbers can be shared into 2 equal groups with nothing left over.
Examples: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12
What are Odd Numbers?
Odd numbers cannot be shared into 2 equal groups exactly. One will be left over.
Examples: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11
Quick Rule
- If a number ends in 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8 → it is even.
- If a number ends in 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9 → it is odd.
Pro-tip:
Only look at the last digit. 246 is even because it ends in 6.
Only look at the last digit. 246 is even because it ends in 6.