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Math Centers - Subtraction

This lesson plan provides grade 4 students with various math centers to practice and reinforce 2 and 3-digit subtraction skills, including regrouping. Students will rotate through independent worksheets, games involving subtraction, and technology activities on subtraction. The teacher will introduce the lesson, monitor student work, and conclude with a discussion on experiences and key concepts learned.

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Math Centers - Subtraction

This lesson plan provides grade 4 students with various math centers to practice and reinforce 2 and 3-digit subtraction skills, including regrouping. Students will rotate through independent worksheets, games involving subtraction, and technology activities on subtraction. The teacher will introduce the lesson, monitor student work, and conclude with a discussion on experiences and key concepts learned.

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Grade 4 Math Centers Lesson Plan

Objective:

● Students will practice and reinforce their understanding of 2 and/or 3-digit subtraction,
including regrouping and non-regrouping, through a variety of subtraction math centers.

Materials Needed:

​ Subtraction Worksheets:
● Math Games 3-Digit Addition and Subtraction Riddles Math Centers
● 2-Digit Addition Subtraction Riddle Worksheets (Regrouping/No Regrouping)
​ Games:
● Farkle
● Subtraction Slide
● Reindeer Dash
● Base Ten Blocks and playing cards to make equations
​ Tech:
● Math Monster Subtraction
● Puzzle Pics Subtraction | Math Playground
● Brain Workout Missing Digits Subtraction | Math Playground
● Video: Subtraction with Regrouping | Math Playground

*Optional Homework*:

MathFactsAdditionandSubtractionWorksheetColorbyNumber-1.pdf

Lesson Structure:

Introduction (5 minutes):

● Briefly review the concepts of 3-digit subtraction, with a focus on regrouping.


● Have students make three groups with their tables.
● Explain that they will be doing math centers today, and explain what will be in each
center.
● Introduce any new games and give quick examples of how to play them

Center one: Independent Subtraction Worksheet:

● Place worksheets with names on them on tables.


● Circulate the group to offer support and answer questions.
● Encourage students to work at their own pace and to check their work for accuracy.

Optional Activity for Early Finishers: Early Finishers Worksheets:

● For students who finish the subtraction worksheet early, provide the option to work on
the early finishers worksheets.
● These worksheets can serve as additional practice or challenge for those who complete
the main task ahead of time.

Center Two: Games Rotation (20 minutes):

● Encourage students to work together and try new games and strategies to strengthen their
subtraction skills. The options at this group will be:
● Station 1: Farkle
● Station 2: Subtraction Slide
● Station 3: Reindeer Dash
● Station 4: Base Ten Blocks and playing cards to make equations
● Provide guidance as necessary.

Center 3: Tech Rotation:

● Have students explore the different subtraction games and activities on mathplayground
such as:
● Math Monster Subtraction
● Puzzle Pics Subtraction | Math Playground
● Brain Workout Missing Digits Subtraction | Math Playground
● Video: Subtraction with Regrouping | Math Playground
● Monitor student progress and address any questions.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

● Gather the class and discuss their experiences with the independent subtraction
worksheet.
● Reflect on the importance of independent practice and self-checking in improving math
skills.
● Ask students if there were any key concepts that emerged during the independent work
time.

Homework (Optional):
● Assign math coluring sheet as optional homework. Encourage them to complete it to get
a bonus.

Assessment:

● Observe students during the independent subtraction worksheet activity.


● Review completed worksheets for accuracy and understanding.
● Use informal discussions to gauge comprehension and identify areas for further
instruction.

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