Subtract 1-Digit Number Line

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to teach students subtraction using a visual aid. Each subtraction problem is accompanied by a number line that ranges from 0 to at least 20. The students are expected to use these number lines to find the difference by counting backwards from the minuend. There are eight subtraction problems on the worksheet, and each has its own number line for individual practice.

The worksheet introduces students to the concept of using a number line as a tool for understanding subtraction. It is meant to teach them how to visually represent subtraction by moving to the left on the number line, which helps in grasping the idea that subtraction involves taking away. By practicing with a number line, students can improve their counting skills and better comprehend the relationship between numbers in a subtraction equation. Additionally, this method of learning subtraction is particularly effective for visual learners and can make abstract arithmetic concepts more concrete.