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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Dice subtraction thru play
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
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Lesson Script: Dice Subtraction Through Play

Objective

Students will learn and practice subtraction using dice in a fun and engaging way. By the end of the lesson, students will be able to subtract numbers and understand the concept of “taking away” through a hands-on activity.

Materials Needed

• Two six-sided dice for each group of students
• Whiteboard and markers
• Subtraction worksheets (for homework)
• Counters (small objects such as buttons or blocks)

Duration

30 minutes

Lesson Outline

1. Introduction to Subtraction (5 minutes)

• Teacher: "Good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to learn about subtraction. Who can tell me what subtraction means?"
• Discussion: Allow students to share their thoughts.
• Teacher: "That’s right! Subtraction means taking something away from a group. For example, if I have three apples and I eat one, how many do I have left?"

2. Demonstrating Subtraction with Dice (10 minutes)

• Teacher: "Now, let's use these dice to help us with subtraction. Can anyone tell me how many sides a die has?"

• Students: (Responses) "Six!"

• Teacher: "Exactly! Each die has numbers from 1 to 6. When we roll the dice, we will subtract the smaller number from the larger number."

• Modeling:

  • Roll two dice and demonstrate:
    • Example: Roll a 4 and a 2. "I have a 4 and a 2. Which one is larger?"
      • (Students respond; guide them)
    • "Now we will take the smaller number away from the larger number. So, what is 4 minus 2?"
      • (Students respond: "2!")

3. Group Activity: Dice Subtraction Game (10 minutes)

• Instructions:

  • Divide students into small groups of 3-4.
  • Give each group two dice and a set of counters.
  • Have each group take turns rolling the dice, subtracting the smaller number from the larger, and using counters to visually represent the subtraction.

• Teacher: "Now, let’s play! Roll your dice, subtract the numbers, and use your counters to show how many you have left."

• Monitor: Walk around to assist groups and ensure everyone is engaged.

4. Sharing Results (3 minutes)

• Teacher: "Let’s come back together and share what we learned from our game. Who would like to share their favorite subtraction problem?"
• Discussion: Allow a few groups to share their results.

5. Conclusion and Homework (2 minutes)

• Teacher: "Great job today, everyone! Today, we learned how to subtract using dice, and it was fun to play together. For homework, I have some subtraction problems for you to practice."

Homework Assignment

Students will complete the following worksheet with subtraction problems (to be handed out before the class ends):

Homework Worksheet

1. Roll two dice and write down the numbers. Subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

   • Example: If you roll a 3 and a 5, the problem will be 5 - 3 = __
   • Roll: and
     • Answer: ____

2. Solve these problems:

   • 6 - 2 = ____
   • 5 - 3 = ____
   • 4 - 1 = ____
   • 3 - 0 = ____

Answer Key for Homework

1. (Varies based on students' rolls)
2. • 6 - 2 = 4
   • 5 - 3 = 2
   • 4 - 1 = 3
   • 3 - 0 = 3

Wrap-up

• Teacher: "Remember to bring your homework back to class tomorrow! We will continue our fun with subtraction. Have a great day!"

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This concludes our lesson on dice subtraction! Engage your students with both fun and educational practices, ensuring they grasp the concept of subtraction through play.