Write subtraction sentences to describe pictures – up to 18

  1. Understanding Subtraction:
    • Subtraction is the process of taking away one quantity from another.
    • It is represented by the minus sign (-).
    • The basic format is: Minuend – Subtrahend = Difference (e.g., 10 – 3 = 7).
  2. Linking Pictures to Subtraction:
    • Pictures can represent real-world objects, where some items are removed to demonstrate subtraction.
    • Each subtraction sentence corresponds to a visual scenario, e.g., showing 10 apples, and 3 are crossed out, leading to the sentence: 10 – 3 = 7.
  3. Writing Subtraction Sentences:
    • Start by counting the total number of objects in the picture (Minuend).
    • Identify how many objects are being removed (Subtrahend).
    • Count the remaining objects (Difference).
    • Form a subtraction sentence based on this information, e.g., if a picture shows 12 birds and 4 fly away, the subtraction sentence is 12 – 4 = 8.
  4. Examples with Visual Representation:
    • Example 1: 15 flowers in the garden, and 5 are picked. Subtraction sentence: 15 – 5 = 10.
    • Example 2: 18 balls, and 7 are taken away. Subtraction sentence: 18 – 7 = 11.

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