Looking for Subtraction With and Without Regrouping Worksheets? Try Task Cards Instead!

There are multiple approaches to teaching your students the art of subtraction. With such a variety of strategies to choose from, you can present them all and help your students decide which one works best for them. With everyday practice, they can master the method that suits them the most.

This activity reviews mixed subtraction strategies, including:

• MAB blocks
• place value counters
• open number lines

Students will use the cards and various question types to help them practise different ways to subtract and regroup.

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This resource was created by Cassandra Friesen, a teacher and a Teach Starter Collaborator.

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