Subtraction Action: Learn to Subtract with Numberock!

Mathematics Grades 1st Grade 7:08 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's learn about subtraction and practice our subtraction facts using a fun song from Numberock! We'll sing, dance, and solve problems together.

Video Resource

Math Facts Song | Subtraction for Kids | Learn to Subtract

Math Songs by NUMBEROCK

Duration: 7:08
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Key Concepts

  • Subtraction as taking away
  • Subtraction facts (0-10)
  • The minus sign (-)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to subtract numbers from 1 to 10.
  • Students will be able to identify the minus sign and understand its meaning.
  • Students will be able to recall basic subtraction facts.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what they already know about subtraction. What does it mean to subtract? Can they give examples of when they use subtraction in their daily lives (e.g., sharing cookies, giving away toys)?
  • Watch and Sing Along (10 mins)
    Play the "Math Facts Song | Subtraction for Kids | Learn to Subtract" video. Encourage students to sing along and dance. Point out the minus sign (-) and explain that it means 'take away'.
  • Practice Subtraction Problems (15 mins)
    Write subtraction problems on the board based on the song (e.g., 5 - 1 = ?, 6 - 2 = ?). Have students solve the problems individually or in pairs. Use manipulatives like counters or drawings to help them visualize the subtraction process.
  • Subtraction Stories (10 mins)
    Create simple subtraction word problems (stories) and have students solve them. For example: "Sarah had 7 balloons. She gave 3 to her friend. How many balloons does Sarah have left?"
  • Wrap Up (5 mins)
    Review the key concepts of subtraction. Ask students to share what they learned. Play the song again as a fun way to reinforce the facts.

Interactive Exercises

  • Subtraction with Counters
    Give each student a set of counters (e.g., 10). Call out subtraction problems and have them use the counters to find the answer. For example: "Start with 8 counters. Take away 2. How many are left?"
  • Subtraction Bingo
    Create bingo cards with subtraction problems (e.g., 5 - 2, 8 - 3). Call out the answers. Students mark the problems on their cards that match the answer. The first student to get bingo wins!

Discussion Questions

  • What does it mean to subtract?
  • Can you give an example of when you might need to subtract something?
  • What is the minus sign and what does it tell us to do?

Skills Developed

  • Subtraction skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Number sense

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What does the minus sign (-) mean?

Correct Answer: Take away

Question 2:

What is 5 - 2?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 3:

What is 3 - 1?

Correct Answer: 2

Question 4:

What is 6 - 3?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 5:

What is 4 - 2?

Correct Answer: 2

Question 6:

What is 7 - 4?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 7:

What is 8 - 5?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 8:

What is 9 - 6?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 9:

What is 10 - 7?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 10:

What is 2 - 2?

Correct Answer: 0

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

6 - 1 = ______

Correct Answer: 5

Question 2:

4 - 3 = ______

Correct Answer: 1

Question 3:

8 - 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 6

Question 4:

9 - 4 = ______

Correct Answer: 5

Question 5:

10 - 5 = ______

Correct Answer: 5

Question 6:

7 - 3 = ______

Correct Answer: 4

Question 7:

5 - 4 = ______

Correct Answer: 1

Question 8:

3 - 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 1

Question 9:

1 - 1 = ______

Correct Answer: 0

Question 10:

2 - 1 = ______

Correct Answer: 1

Educational Standards

1.N.2:[Standard] Solve addition and subtraction problems with sums and minuends of up to 10 in real-world and mathematical contexts. 1.N.2.1:[Objective] Represent and solve problems using addition and subtraction with sums and minuends of up to 10. 1.N.2.3:[Objective] Demonstrate fluency with basic facts of addition and subtraction with sums and minuends of up to 10.

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