Subtraction Finger Chart
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| Subtraction Finger Chart | |
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| Math - Memory Work | |
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| Level | Primary |
| Age | 5+ |
| Prerequisites | Subtraction With Bead Bars |
| Materials | Subtraction Finger Chart Subtraction Problem Slips paper pencil |
This activity allows the child to work on memorization of subtraction facts.
Presentation
- Take the material to a mat or table.
- Draw a problem slip and copy it to the paper.
- Put your right finger on the red number for the first number in the problem. The left goes on the blue for the second number.
- Slide the right finger down to the same row as the left finger.
- Slide the left finger over to meet the right.
- Open your fingers to reveal the answer.
- Record the answer on the paper.
Points of Interest
Control of Error
The child can check their work with the Subtraction Control Chart:
Variations and Extensions
Material
Make You Own
Printables:
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| Subtraction Finger Chart | Subtraction Problem Slips |
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 67, 162
