PICTURES TO SUBTRACT

PICTURES TO SUBTRACT is a Grade 2 subtraction activity that uses picture representations to make taking away visible. Students interpret a pictured quantity, identify what is removed, and connect the image to the corresponding subtraction sentence and difference. The visual model helps students see subtraction as a change in quantity rather than only a written fact.

Use it for small-group or partner work when students benefit from concrete or pictorial support for subtraction. Asking students to describe what happened in the picture before writing the equation can strengthen the connection between the model and symbols. Create a free Find a Math Game account to generate lesson support for PICTURES TO SUBTRACT. No credit card is required, with 3 lifetime lesson generations.