The minus sign (-) tells us to take away or subtract one number from another. For example, if you have 5 apples ๐ and you give 2 away, you are subtracting 2 from 5. This leaves you with 3 apples. Kindergarten subtraction is all about understanding how to take away small numbers and finding out what's left. Practice with these worksheets to become a subtraction pro! ๐งฎ
Subtraction helps us understand how many are left when we remove some items from a group. It's a fundamental skill that builds the foundation for more complex math later on. Let's get started and have some fun with subtraction! ๐
Match the words with their meanings:
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Subtract | A. The sign that shows subtraction |
| 2. Minus Sign | B. The answer to a subtraction problem |
| 3. Difference | C. To take away |
| 4. Take Away | D. The number being subtracted |
| 5. Subtrahend | E. To remove something from a group |
Use the words subtract, minus, difference, take away, and number to complete the sentences.
When you $...$ something, you $...$ from a group. The $...$ sign is used to show subtraction. The answer you get after subtracting is called the $...$. We $...$ one $...$ from another to find out how many are left.
Imagine you have 8 cookies, and you eat 3 of them. How many cookies do you have left? Explain how you used subtraction to find the answer.
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