What is a Number Difference?
Numbers can be friends with a special gap between them!
The difference between two numbers is how far apart they are on the number line. If we know one number and the difference, we can find its number friend!
How to Find Numbers with a Particular Difference
1️⃣ Start with your first number
2️⃣ Count forward or backward by the difference amount
3️⃣ Find your number friend with that exact difference!
Let's Play with Number Differences!
Example 1: The Number Bridge
Can you find two numbers with a difference of 5?
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Difference of 5
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Example 2: Difference Detective
If the difference between two numbers is 8, and the smaller number is 12, what's the larger number?
Parent Tips 🌟
- Play "Difference Hopscotch" - Draw a number line with chalk and have your child hop the difference between numbers
- Use everyday objects - Compare heights of family members or ages to practice finding differences
- Make it a game - Take turns thinking of two numbers and have the other person guess the difference