Subtraction Wheel
Subtraction with regrouping needs practice to become automatic. Spin for a take-away, work it through, and repeat — a low-prep way to keep the skill sharp. Edit the numbers to include or avoid borrowing as your class needs.
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How to use the subtraction wheel
- Spin for a problem and ask students to show their method, not just the answer.
- Edit the numbers to control whether regrouping is needed.
- Pair with the addition wheel for a mixed session.
Subtraction Wheel questions
Can I focus on regrouping (borrowing)?
Yes — edit the entries so the ones digit of the second number is larger, which forces regrouping every time.
Should students show their working?
It's worth asking for — seeing the method tells you far more than the answer alone, and it's easy to do on a whiteboard between spins.
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