Example: 15 - 7, start at 15 and count back 7 numbers.
Counting Back Strategy: A subtraction method where you start with the minuend and count backward by the subtrahend.
- Start with the minuend (larger number)
- Count backward by the subtrahend (smaller number)
- Land on the difference
- Verify by adding the difference to the subtrahend
Counting Back Strategy
Visual demonstration of 15 - 7 = 8
Video Examples:
Minuend is 15
Count back 7 numbers from 15
After counting back 7, you land on 8
15 - 7 = 8
• Sequential Counting: Each step reduces the number by 1
• Accurate Counting: Count each step individually
• Verification: Add the answer to the subtrahend to check
Example: 18 - 9, start at 18 and move 9 spaces to the left.
Number Line Strategy: A visual method using a number line to represent subtraction as movement to the left.
Number Line Strategy
Visual demonstration of 18 - 9 = 9
Video Examples:
Find 18 on the number line
Move 9 spaces to the left from 18
Where you land is the answer
18 - 9 = 9
• Directional Movement: Subtraction moves left on the number line
• Consistent Spacing: Each step represents one unit
• Visual Confirmation: See the distance between numbers
Example: For 16 - 8, think about 8 + 8 = 16.
Fact Family: A group of related addition and subtraction facts using the same three numbers.
Fact Family Strategy
Visual demonstration of 16 - 8 = 8 using 8 + 8 = 16
Video Examples:
For 16 - 8, the numbers are 8, 8, and 16
Since 8 + 8 = 16, then 16 - 8 = 8
Check that 8 + 8 = 16 and 16 - 8 = 8
Know all 4 related facts
16 - 8 = 8
• Inverse Operations: Addition and subtraction are opposites
• Part-Part-Whole: Three numbers relate as parts and whole
• Verification: Use addition to check subtraction answers
Video-Based Learning: Using educational videos to present mathematical concepts through visual and auditory means
Subtraction: The operation of taking away one number from another to find the difference
Minuend: The number being subtracted from
Subtrahend: The number being subtracted
Difference: The result of subtraction
Fact Family: Related addition and subtraction facts using the same numbers
- Active Viewing: Watch videos with focused attention and engagement
- Note Taking: Write down key steps and strategies shown in videos
- Pause and Practice: Stop videos to practice demonstrated strategies
- Repetition: Watch videos multiple times for better understanding
- Verification: Check video examples with own calculations
- Application: Use learned strategies on new problems
• Any number minus itself equals zero: n - n = 0
• Any number minus zero equals itself: n - 0 = n
• Subtraction is the inverse of addition: a - b = c means c + b = a
• Fact families: 3 numbers create 4 related facts (e.g., 5, 3, 8 → 5+3=8, 3+5=8, 8-5=3, 8-3=5)
Subtraction: The operation of taking away one number from another to find the difference.
Minuend: The number from which another number is subtracted (the first number in a subtraction problem).
Subtrahend: The number that is subtracted (the second number in a subtraction problem).
Difference: The result of a subtraction problem.
Video-Based Learning: Using educational videos to present mathematical concepts through visual and auditory means.
Counting Back: A subtraction strategy where you start with the minuend and count backward by the subtrahend.
Number Line: A visual tool showing numbers in order to represent mathematical operations.
Fact Family: A group of related addition and subtraction facts using the same numbers.
• Identity Property: n - 0 = n (subtracting zero doesn't change the number)
• Zero Property: n - n = 0 (any number minus itself equals zero)
• Inverse Relationship: If a - b = c, then c + b = a
• Order Matters: Subtraction is not commutative (a - b ≠ b - a)
• Subtraction Facts: Know basic facts from 0-20 fluently
- Counting Back: Start with the minuend and count backward by the subtrahend
- Number Line: Move left on a number line from the minuend
- Fact Families: Use related addition facts to solve subtraction
- Think Addition: For 13 - 8, think "8 plus what equals 13?"
- Decompose Numbers: Break apart numbers to make subtraction easier
- Doubles Strategy: Use doubles facts to solve near-doubles (14 - 7 = 7)
- Prepare for the video lesson (quiet space, materials ready)
- Watch the video with focused attention
- Take notes on key strategies and steps
- Pause to practice demonstrated problems
- Verify examples shown in the video
- Apply learned strategies to new problems
- Re-watch for reinforcement and clarification
5 - 2 = 3 (counting back: 5, 4, 3)
10 - 4 = 6 (think addition: 4 + ? = 10)
8 - 8 = 0 (zero property)
7 - 0 = 7 (identity property)
15 - 7 = 8 (fact family: 7 + 8 = 15)
18 - 9 = 9 (doubles relationship)
16 - 8 = 8 (halving relationship)
14 - 6 = 8 (think addition: 6 + 8 = 14)
17 - 8 = 9 (think: 8 + 9 = 17)
14 - 6 = 8 (decompose: 14 - 4 - 2 = 8)
19 - 12 = 7 (counting back or addition thinking)
13 - 5 = 8 (pattern recognition: 10 - 5 = 5, so 13 - 5 = 8)
- Video demonstrations provide clear visual examples
- Multiple viewing reinforces learning
- Self-paced learning accommodates individual needs
- Multi-sensory approach enhances understanding
- Pause and practice improves retention
Active Engagement: Interacting with video content rather than passively watching
Self-Pacing: Controlling the speed and timing of learning
Repetition: Re-watching content to reinforce understanding
Application: Using learned strategies on new problems
- Pre-Watching Preparation: Gather materials and prepare learning space
- Active Watching: Focus attention and engage with content
- Note Taking: Write down key points and strategies
- Pause and Practice: Stop to try the demonstrated strategy
- Post-Watching Review: Summarize what was learned
- Application Practice: Use strategies on new problems
• Watch in distraction-free environment
• Take notes during the video
• Practice strategies immediately
• Re-watch for reinforcement
• Apply to new problems
• Ability to replicate demonstrated strategies
• Improved problem-solving accuracy
• Increased confidence in math abilities
• Successful application to new problems
Subtraction Fluency: The ability to recall subtraction facts within 20 instantly and accurately.
Visual-Spatial Learning: Using visual elements to understand mathematical concepts.
Multi-Sensory Integration: Combining visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning modalities.
Transfer Skills: Applying video-learned knowledge to solve more complex problems.
Self-Regulated Learning: Managing one's own learning process through video content.
Metacognitive Awareness: Understanding one's own thinking and learning processes.
- Comparative Analysis: Compare different strategies shown in videos
- Pattern Recognition: Identify and utilize numerical relationships shown visually
- Self-Explanation: Explain video content in your own words
- Strategy Selection: Choose the most efficient method for each problem
- Verification Techniques: Check answers using multiple methods
- Reflection: Evaluate which strategies work best for you
• Commutative Property does NOT apply: a - b ≠ b - a
• Associative Property does NOT apply: (a - b) - c ≠ a - (b - c)
• Compensation Principle: If you add the same amount to both numbers, the difference stays the same
• Connection to Addition: Every subtraction problem can be checked with addition
• Decomposition: Breaking numbers into parts to simplify calculations
Questions & Answers
Question: Why do we watch videos to learn subtraction? Can't I just listen to my teacher?
Answer: Videos are a great addition to teacher instruction! Here's why:
- Visual Demonstrations: You can see the steps happen in real-time
- Repetition: Watch the same video multiple times to understand better
- Self-Paced Learning: Pause, rewind, and practice at your own speed
- Multi-Sensory Learning: See and hear the math being done
- Extra Practice: Use videos for additional practice at home
Videos work together with teacher instruction to help you learn better!
Question: My child watches the subtraction videos but doesn't seem to remember the strategies. How can I help?
Answer: Here are strategies to help your child retain video learning:
- Active Viewing: Have your child pause videos to practice strategies
- Note Taking: Encourage them to write down key steps
- Repetition: Watch the same video multiple times
- Hands-On Practice: Use manipulatives while watching
- Discussion: Talk about what they learned after watching
- Application: Have them solve similar problems immediately after
The key is active engagement, not passive watching!
Question: What if I don't understand the video? Can I skip it?
Answer: It's okay if you don't understand a video right away! Here's what to do:
- Re-watch: Watch the video again - it often helps!
- Pause and Think: Stop and try the strategy yourself
- Ask for Help: Tell your teacher or parent about what's confusing
- Try Different Videos: Watch other videos about the same topic
- Take Notes: Write down what you don't understand
- Practice: Try problems even if you're not sure
Learning takes time - keep trying and asking questions!