Single-Digit Subtraction 3-piece puzzles
Introduce Single-Digit Subtraction with this set of 3-piece puzzles. We have designed this activity to be flexible and easily allow you to modify and extend the activity to suit all students. This activity is perfect for group maths and numeracy rotations.
Students can place a name card alongside completed puzzles, before taking a photograph of their work for assessment records.
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Learning goals
- We are learning to add and subtract numbers within 20, using a variety of strategies, e.g. counting on, counting back, partitioning, subitising and part-part whole knowledge of numbers to 10 and to use the language of 'plus' and 'minus' in story problems.
- We are learning to model problems involving addition and subtraction, including simple whole-dollar money problems, in practical role-play situations.
- We are learning to use a range of strategies, to solve simple addition and subtraction problems.
Curriculum alignment
AC9M1N04
9
Add and subtract numbers within 20, using physical and virtual materials, part-part-whole knowledge to 10 and a variety of calculation strategies
AC9M1N05
9
Use mathematical modelling to solve practical problems involving additive situations, including simple money transactions; represent the situations with diagrams, physical and virtual materials, and use calculation strategies to solve the problem
ACMNA015
8.4
Represent and solve simple addition and subtraction problems using a range of strategies including counting on, partitioning and rearranging parts
MA1-1WM
old
Describes mathematical situations and methods using everyday and some mathematical language, actions, materials, diagrams and symbols
MA1-2WM
old
Uses objects, diagrams and technology to explore mathematical problems
MA1-3WM
old
Supports conclusions by explaining or demonstrating how answers were obtained
MA1-5NA
old
Uses a range of strategies and informal recording methods for addition and subtraction involving one- and two-digit numbers
MA1-4NA
old
Applies place value, informally, to count, order, read and represent two- and three-digit numbers
MA1-CSQ-01
new
Uses number bonds and the relationship between addition and subtraction to solve problems involving partitioning
VCMNA089
Represent and solve simple addition and subtraction problems using a range of strategies including counting on, partitioning and rearranging parts
VCMNA094
Recognise the importance of repetition of a process in solving problems
VCMNA087
Recognise, model, read, write and order numbers to at least 100. Locate these numbers on a number line
VCMNA092
Recognise, describe and order Australian coins according to their value
VCMNA090
Represent practical situations that model sharing
Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.
Differentiation
Modifications
Remove the centre piece of the puzzle. Alternatively, cut the puzzle initially into only two pieces, cutting into three pieces only when students are ready to progress.Extensions
Remove the piece of the puzzle with the visual representation of the equation. Provide students with a subtraction mat and counters to create their own visual representation of the subtraction problem. Provide students with strips of paper to create their own subtraction puzzles.Teach it your way
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