What is a Number Bond? How are Number Bonds Beneficial?

A number bond is a diagram commonly used in early math education to visualize the relationship between numbers. It comprises a shape such as a circle or a rectangle, encompassing two or more parts represented by smaller figures. These smaller shapes add up to the whole, and the number bond helps the learner identify and understand the relationship between these parts and the whole. 

Number bonds are beneficial in subtraction as they help students comprehend the relationship between numbers and how subtraction functions. By breaking a number down into its individual parts, students can more easily see the members of each fact family, making it easier to memorize that grouping of numbers.

Subtraction Number Bonds and Picture Models Make it Easy!

In this subtraction worksheet, children will work on number bonds and practice subtraction using pictures. The worksheet is designed to help children understand the concept of subtraction in a fun and engaging way. The pictures will help them visualize the numbers and make subtracting them easier.

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This resource was created by Cassandra Friesen, a teacher in Colorado and Teach Starter Collaborator.