Frog Hops From 10

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is centered around a frog-themed number line, used as a visual aid to teach subtraction from 10. The number line spans from 0 to 10, with a friendly frog illustration that suggests hopping along the numbers to find the answers. Students are tasked with solving a series of subtraction problems where 10 is the minuend, and various single-digit numbers are the subtrahends. The worksheet prompts students to fill in the blanks with the correct differences and provides an area at the bottom for self-evaluation of performance using emoticons.

The worksheet aims to help students understand and practice the concept of subtraction by reinforcing the technique of ‘taking away’ from a whole number. It specifically focuses on subtracting from the number 10, which is a fundamental skill in building a strong base for mental arithmetic. By using the number line, students can visually comprehend how numbers decrease as they subtract, enhancing their numerical and spatial reasoning. The self-assessment section at the bottom encourages students to reflect on their learning and understand their own progress.