Symbols and Signs for Kids
Symbols and Signs for Kids — a kid-friendly lesson to recognize and pronounce common math and daily-life symbols (plus, minus, multiply, divide, equal, arrows, rupee, percent, and more). Tap play to hear each sound, see big colorful symbols, and build strong memory with simple practice. Perfect for Pre-KG to Class 2, homeschooling, and classroom revision.
Hello kids! 👋 Welcome to our lesson: Learn Symbols and Signs with Audio. Today we’ll explore common math and everyday signs—plus, minus, multiply, divide, equal, arrows, rupee, percent, and more—so you can see each big, colorful symbol and hear how to say it. Remember: 👀 look at the symbol, 🔊 listen to the sound, and 🧠 learn it for fun and practice. Let’s begin!
Plus (Addition)
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📋 Symbols and Signs for Kids – Quick Reference Table
| Symbol | Use / What it means |
|---|---|
| + | Plus — add numbers or join things together. Example: 2 + 3 = 5. |
| – | Minus — take away (subtract). Example: 5 − 2 = 3. |
| × | Multiply — repeated addition. Example: 3 × 4 = 12. |
| ÷ | Divide — share equally or split. Example: 12 ÷ 3 = 4. |
| = | Equal to — both sides have the same value. |
| ≠ | Not equal to — the two values are different. |
| < | Less than — the left side is smaller. Example: 3 < 5. |
| > | Greater than — the left side is bigger. Example: 7 > 4. |
| ∞ | Infinity — goes on forever; no end. |
| % | Percent — “out of 100.” Example: 25% means 25 out of 100. |
| ½ | One-half — two equal parts; 1 part out of 2. |
| ¼ | One-quarter — four equal parts; 1 part out of 4. |
| ° | Degree — used for temperature (°C/°F) and angles (90°). |
| √ | Square root — the number that squares to make a value. Example: √9 = 3. |
| π | Pi — a circle number (~3.14) used for circumference/area. |
| $ | Dollar sign — shows money in US and other places. |
| ₹ | Rupee sign — Indian currency symbol. |
| & | Ampersand — means “and.” Example: Tom & Jerry. |
| @ | At sign — used in email addresses and tagging. |
| ! | Exclamation mark — strong feeling or a shout. “Great!” |
| ? | Question mark — asks a question. “How are you?” |
| → | Right arrow — shows direction or next step. |
| ← | Left arrow — shows direction or go back. |
| ↑ | Up arrow — move up or increase. |
| ↓ | Down arrow — move down or decrease. |
📌 Tips for Parents
- ✅ Sit with your child and explore each symbol together.
- ✅ Use the audio button 🔊 to help them recognize and repeat each symbol’s name.
- ✅ Explain where the symbols are seen in daily life (e.g., ‘+’ in math, ‘₹’ in money).
- ✅ Encourage your child to draw each symbol on paper.
- ✅ Praise their efforts and ask simple questions to reinforce memory.
❓ Symbols and Signs for Kids – FAQs
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›What is “Symbols and Signs for Kids” on Vidyom?
It’s a kid-friendly lesson where children see big, colorful symbols and tap to hear audio for the correct name and sound—making learning fast, fun, and memorable. -
›How do I use the audio feature?
Press the 🔊 button in the symbol box to play the sound. Encourage kids to look at the symbol, listen, and repeat to build recognition and pronunciation. -
›Which symbols are included?
Common math and daily-life symbols: plus (+), minus (−), multiply (×), divide (÷), equal (=), not equal (≠), less than (<), greater than (>), percent (%), fractions (½, ¼), degree (°), square root (√), pi (π), currency ($, ₹), punctuation (&, @, !, ?), and arrows (→ ← ↑ ↓). -
›What age group is this best for?
Ideal for Pre-KG to Class 2, and helpful for early learners of any age who need visual and audio support. -
›Can parents extend learning beyond the page?
Yes—use the Quick Reference Table for revision, ask kids to draw symbols, and point out symbols in real life (for example, ₹ on currency or + in simple sums).
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