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Subtraction Storytime Introduction
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Subtraction Storytime Introduction
Look at each little story. Count the things, then choose or say how many are left. You can point, count aloud, or draw.
Storytime: What is left?
Subtraction means taking some away. Count what is left after things go away.
1.Ngaio has 4 apples. She gives 1 apple to a friend. How many apples does Ngaio have left?
- 2 apples
- 3 apples
- 4 apples
2.There are 5 ducklings in a row. 2 waddle into the pond. How many ducklings are still on the grass?
3.Which phrase names the subtraction action of removing some things from a group?
- Take away
- Give away
- Add more
4.A plate has 3 biscuits. Ari eats 1 biscuit. Are there more or fewer biscuits on the plate now?
- More
- Fewer
- The same
Count and show
Use your fingers, counters, or drawings to help with these little take-away stories.
5.Draw 4 stars. Cross out 1 star. How many stars are not crossed out?
Show 4 stars, then cross out 1.
6.There are 6 toy cars. 2 cars roll away. How many cars stay?
7.Finish the story: Mere has 5 balloons. 2 balloons pop. Mere has balloons left.
8.Show your own take-away story by drawing some things, then crossing some out. Tell someone how many are left.
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