Build subtraction fluency and reasoning with this subtraction puzzle activity. Students solve each subtraction problem, then cut out and arrange the puzzle pieces so every equation matches its answer on the grid, before identifying and explaining which problems required partitioning to solve.
What's included:
3 sets of puzzle pieces: 2 digit minus 2 digit, 3 digit minus 2 digit, and 3 digit minus 3 digit subtraction
2 worksheets with a grid for arranging the puzzle pieces and a reflection prompt on partitioning
Answer keys included