What is Subtraction?
Subtraction means taking away!
When we subtract, we find out how many are left after some are taken away. It's like when you share your
cookies with a friend - you have fewer cookies left!
How to Subtract
1️⃣ Start with the bigger number (how many you have)
2️⃣ Take away the smaller number (how many you remove)
3️⃣ Count what's left - that's your answer!
Let's Practice Together!
Fruit Subtraction
There are 7 apples on the tree. 3 apples fell down. How many are left?
Click on 3 apples that fell down. Then count how many are still on the tree!
Number Line Jump
Let's solve 9 - 4 using a number line. Start at 9 and take 4 steps back!
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Parent Tips 🌟
- Use everyday objects like toys or snacks to practice subtraction - "You had 5 crackers and ate 2, how many are left?"
- Make it a game by using dice - roll two dice and subtract the smaller number from the larger one
- Sing subtraction songs together to help memorize basic facts (like "Five Little Monkeys")