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Add and Subtract Decimal Numbers: Losing Little Bits InteractiveAdd and Subtract Decimal Numbers: Losing Little Bits Interactive
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CK-12 Foundation
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Grade
4th - 6th
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Math
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Resource Type
Interactives
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Duration
30 mins
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Interactive

Add and Subtract Decimal Numbers: Losing Little Bits

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An interactive offers five questions that challenge scholars to subtract decimals. A diagram featuring a tree and birdhouse with moveable parts is designed to assist mathematicians in finding solutions. Types of questions include multiple-choice, short answer, fill in the blank, and discussion. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

subtracting decimals, decimals, subtraction, subtraction equations, decimal word problems, subtraction word problems

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Walk through each problem, think out loud, and call on pupils to assist in finding the solution 
  • Send the link home for additional practice outside of school 

Classroom Considerations

  • A free account to CK-12 is required to open the interactive
  • Remind participants to reset the diagram between questions


Pros

  • Feedback is provided as soon as responses are given 
  • Contains information about the concept 

Cons

  • Dialing the points to the exact location can be tricky 

Common Core

4.MD.A.2 5.NBT.B.7 6.NS.B.3

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