Y2

Maths

Subtract a 1-Digit Number from a 2-Digit Number (Across a 10) Discussion Problem

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Subtraction with exchanges is a tricky concept to master, but you may have a group of children who have done just that! Give them a real challenge with this Year 2 Subtract a 1-Digit Number from a 2-Digit Number (Across a 10) Discussion Problem.

Children will investigate different combinations of items and campsite tickets to purchase by subtracting two 1-digit numbers from £28. They will identify the change that will be left over. Children can spend time exploring the various possible answers.


Curriculum Objectives

  • Add and subtract numbers using concrete objects and pictorial representations, including: a two-digit number and ones; a two-digit number and tens; two two-digit numbers; adding three one-digit numbers
  • Solve problems with addition and subtraction using concrete objects and pictorial representations, including those involving numbers, quantities and measures; and by applying their increasing knowledge of mental and written methods