What Are Related Subtraction Facts?
Subtraction facts are like a family!
When numbers work together in subtraction problems, they form fact families. If you know one subtraction fact, you can figure out its related facts too!
How Fact Families Work
1️⃣ Start with three numbers that belong together (like 5, 3, and 8)
2️⃣ You can make two addition facts (3 + 5 = 8 and 5 + 3 = 8)
3️⃣ And two subtraction facts (8 - 5 = 3 and 8 - 3 = 5)
Let's Practice Together!
Fact Family: 7, 4, 11
11
7
4
Can you write the subtraction facts?
11 - 7 = 4
11 - 4 = 7
Imagine you have 9 apples in a basket. You give 3 to your friend. How many are left?
What subtraction fact does this show?
9 - 3 = 6
The related fact would be: 9 - 6 = 3
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use household objects like toys or snacks to create real-life subtraction scenarios
- Play "fact family" games where you give two numbers and have your child find the third
- Make flashcards with fact families and practice them for just 5 minutes each day