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Sample Lesson Plan for Subtraction for 2nd Grade Students at Hillsboro Elementary School

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to subtract two-digit numbers without regrouping.
• Students will be able to solve word problems involving subtraction.

Materials:

• Whiteboard or projector
• Markers or pens
• Counters or other manipulatives (optional)

Procedure:

1. Introduction (5 minutes)

• Begin by asking students what they know about subtraction. What does it mean to subtract? How can we subtract two numbers?
• Explain that subtraction is the process of taking away. When we subtract two numbers, we are finding the difference between them.

2. Activity (20 minutes)

• Show students the following equation on the board or projector:

56 - 23 = ?

• Ask students how we could solve this problem. Some possible strategies include:

  • Using counters or other manipulatives to represent the numbers and then taking away the counters representing 23.
  • Using a number line to start at 56 and counting back 23.
  • Using mental math to break down the problem into smaller, easier problems.

• Once students have solved the problem, ask them to share their strategies with the class.

3. Word Problems (10 minutes)

• Present students with a few word problems involving subtraction. For example:

  • John has 32 apples. He gives 15 apples to his friends. How many apples does he have left?
  • There are 45 students in the class. 20 students are boys. How many students are girls?
  • A train has 72 passengers. 34 passengers get off at the next stop. How many passengers are left on the train?

• Ask students to solve the problems using their preferred subtraction strategy.

4. Assessment (5 minutes)

• Distribute the following test to students:

Test: Subtraction

Subtract the following numbers:

1. 56 - 23
2. 72 - 34
3. 45 - 20
4. John has 32 apples. He gives 15 apples to his friends. How many apples does he have left?
5. There are 45 students in the class. 20 students are boys. How many students are girls?
6. A train has 72 passengers. 34 passengers get off at the next stop. How many passengers are left on the train?

• Have students complete the test independently. Once students are finished, collect the tests and grade them.

Differentiation:

• For students who need additional support, provide them with counters or other manipulatives to help them solve the problems.
• For students who are ready for a challenge, give them more difficult word problems to solve.

Graphics Explanations:

• The following graphic explains the concept of subtraction using counters:
Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org

• The following graphic explains how to solve a subtraction problem using a number line:
Opens in a new window byjus.com

Videos:

• The following video explains the concept of subtraction in a fun and engaging way:

[Link to YouTube video: Subtraction Song for Kids]

• The following video provides a step-by-step explanation of how to solve subtraction problems without regrouping:

[Link to YouTube video:

Subtraction Without Regrouping]

Conclusion:

This lesson plan provides a comprehensive overview of how to teach subtraction to second grade students. By using a variety of activities and strategies, you can help all students learn and master this important math skill.