Chapter 9.4
Subtraction with Regrouping: Mastering Math with Base Ten Blocks
Discover how base ten blocks make subtraction with regrouping easy to understand. Enhance your math skills with visual, hands-on learning that brings numbers to life and builds a strong foundation for future math concepts.
What You'll Learn
Identify when borrowing is needed in subtraction problems
Apply regrouping to exchange place values using base ten blocks
Subtract multi-digit numbers by aligning and regrouping place values
Verify subtraction results by checking borrowed amounts and remainders
What You'll Practice
1
Subtracting two-digit numbers requiring regrouping from tens to ones
2
Subtracting three-digit numbers with borrowing from hundreds to tens
3
Using base ten block models to visualize regrouping steps
4
Solving word problems involving subtraction with multiple regrouping steps
Why This Matters
Subtracting with regrouping is essential for handling real-world situations like calculating change, measuring differences, and managing budgets. Mastering this skill builds your confidence with multi-digit arithmetic and prepares you for more advanced math concepts like algebra and problem-solving.
This Unit Includes
8 Video lessons
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Subtraction
Regrouping
Borrowing
Place Value
Base Ten Blocks
Multi-digit Operations
CA Curriculum Aligned
