Subtraction with pictures

Key notes :

Introduction to Subtraction:

  • Subtraction means taking away from a group.
  • It is represented by the minus sign (−).

Number Sentences:

  • Introduce simple subtraction sentences alongside the pictures:
    • Example:
      • Picture of 5 apples: 🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏
      • Subtraction: 5−2=35 – 2 = 35−2=3
      • Picture of 3 apples: 🍏🍏🍏

Learn with an example

Subtract:

17 − 9 = ______

There are 17 birds in total. 9 of them are crossed out. What number do you get when you start with 17 and take away 9?

To find 17 minus 9, count the birds that are not crossed out.

There are 8 birds left. When you start with 17 and take away 9, you are left with 8.

So, 17 − 9 = 8.

Subtract:

13 − 8 = _____

There are 13 birds in total. 8 of them are crossed out. What number do you get when you start with 13 and take away 8?

To find 13 minus 8, count the birds that are not crossed out.

There are 5 birds left. When you start with 13 and take away 8, you are left with 5.

So, 13 − 8 = 5.

Subtract:

15 − 9 = 

There are 15 birds in total. 9 of them are crossed out. What number do you get when you start with 15 and take away 9?

To find 15 minus 9, count the birds that are not crossed out.

There are 6 birds left. When you start with 15 and take away 9, you are left with 6.

So, 15 − 9 = 6.

Let’s practice!🖊️