Year 1 Subtraction Stories
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What's included?
Engaging Year 1 resources for creating and solving subtraction stories within 10, a core KS1 Maths objective for applying arithmetic to real-world contexts. Materials promote problem-solving and reasoning skills, ensuring deepening understanding of subtraction as 'take away' or 'difference'. This small step is vital for achieving national curriculum mastery in translating written contexts into mathematical problems. The CS Maths Scheme provides varied, contextual practice to build application confidence.
Full step description and curriculum objectives
Addition and Subtraction (within 10)
Independent Tasks
Activities that help pupils practise, apply and secure their understanding after the main teaching input.
Deeper Learning and Extension
Tasks that deepen understanding, promote discussion and stretch/extend pupils who are ready for greater challenge.
Block/Unit Resources
Materials that support and extend learning across the whole unit.
Resources at a glance
- WorksheetVaried FluencyConsolidate and secure understanding of key concepts with three fluency-based questions.
- WorksheetReasoning and Problem SolvingPromote mathematical reasoning and develop problem-solving skills with three different question types.
- WorksheetDiscussion ProblemFun and engaging open-ended questions to encourage deeper thinking and collaborative working.
