Today, we practiced our double-digit subtraction with some centers. We have spent the last two weeks learning about each specific strategy, and then we wrapped it up yesterday and today with my double-digit centers! Check the kids out in action!
Here the students had to draw a number card, show that on the place value mat, then show how to knock on the tens house and ask for ten ones.
Students had to solve the math problem, they sort them into regrouping or not regrouping categories. My students loved this game board activity. Most of them wanted to try to sort regrouping/non-regroup before they solved it, simply by looking at the number on top.
Students had to solve math problems, then fill out a graphic organizer matching a-j where they were required to discuss why they regrouped or didn’t regroup. This introduces the algorithm to the students where they have to take a problem and plug it into a format that will line up with the correct place value. Double-Digit subtraction centers in action.
Subtract Two-digits from Two-digits
This activity is similar to the previous one. It just involves two digits and two digits instead of one digit. Another great way to practice the standard algorithm.
Cover All Subtraction
This game asks students to solve a subtraction problem, then cover the difference with a two-color counter. The first team to cover their board won. This was a wonderful way for students to practice the standard algorithm.
Spin a Subtraction Problem
Use a paper clip and a pencil for your spinner, spin the first number, then the second number. This game requires them to show with cubes, then write the problem with a marker. Making them build the problem with unifix cubes helped them see the problem.
Students had to solve word problems with cubes, then paper and pencil. This was a great tactile way for them to see the problem visually.
We had a wonderful time reviewing these double-digit subtraction centers games today!
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