Subtraction Strategies: Counting back mentally

We continue exploring subtraction as take away, and this week we will be using the “Count back” strategy.

You can watch Ms. Ramirez’ video here:

Counting Back Mentally Strategy video

**NOTE: Counting back mentally is a Grade 1 strategy. Kindergartens can continue using the previous strategies. However, if your Kindergarten child can easily count back, they can try this strategy.
For Grade 1 students, if your child has difficulties counting back with teen numbers (11-20), start with numbers 0-10.

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