Subtraction can be tricky, but what if we make it an adventure? This worksheet turns subtraction into an exciting counting-back journey using a number line! Kids will visually see how numbers decrease as they count backward, making subtraction fun and easy.
This activity helps young learners build a strong number sense, boost confidence, and develop mental math skills! Perfect for classroom use, homeschooling, or extra practice at home.
Question: 7 - 3 = ?
Step 1: Find 7 on the number line.
Step 2: Jump back 3 steps (6 → 5 → 4).
Final Answer: 4
Did you know? Subtraction is just backward addition!
If 9 - 4 = 5, then you can check your answer by adding it back:
5 + 4 = 9
Jumping Frog Game:
Draw a number line from 0 to 10.
Pretend a frog is sitting on the biggest number.
When subtracting, make your frog jump backward to find the answer!
Say the numbers out loud as you hop!
Challenge: Can you hop and solve all the problems in this worksheet?
6 subtraction problems with number line support
"Start at" and "Count Back" to guide students
Space for kids to write and check their answers
Perfect for:
Grade 1 & 2 students, teachers, homeschoolers, and parents
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