Blank Subtraction Chart

Blank Subtraction Chart
Math - Memory Work
Level	Primary
Age	5+

This activity allows the child to work on memorization of subtraction facts.

Presentation

1. Lay out the material as shown.

   

2. Organize the number tiles into columns as shown

   

3. Draw a problem slip.

   

4. Set it above the board and think of the answer.

   

5. Find the answer tile and place it next to the problem slip.

   

6. Place the index finger of the right hand on the red number in the chart corresponding to the first number of the problem.
   Place the index finger of the left hand on the blue number in the chart corresponding to the second number of the problem.

   

7. Slide the right finger down to the same row as the left finger.

   

8. Slide the left finger over to meet the right.

   

9. Hold your place with the left finger and get the answer tile with the right hand.

   

10. Place the answer tile on the chart. Set the problem slip to the left side of the board.

    

11. Select another problem slip and repeat the same procedure.

    

12. Continue until all of the tiles have been place on the chart.

    

Material

Make Your Own

Printables:

Blank Subtraction Chart	Subtraction Problem Slips	Subtraction Control Chart	Subtraction Finger Chart

Where to Buy

Prices and links checked: 23 January 2022

All 3 charts
Store	Price
Adena	$43.95
Affordable Montessori (framed)	$45.00
Alison's control chart only	$5.25
Alison's framed	$52.36
Bruins	$75.00
E & O	$48.60
Kid Advance framed	$29.99
Montessori Outlet	$28.95
Nienhuis	$82.70
Thinkamajigs	$44.95

Further Reading

• Teaching Montessori in the Home: The School Years by Elizabeth G. Hainstock, pages 25, 68