Subtracting Integers, Chapter 1, Lesson 5

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In this lesson, students will learn how to subtract integers using visual tools, rules-based strategies, and real-world examples. Subtracting integers, especially when negatives ar e involved, can be a challenging concept, so this lesson emphasizes a step-by-step approach with plenty of modeling and guided support. Students are introduced to the idea that subtraction can be rewritten as “adding the opposite,” a foundational concept that helps them solve problems consistently. With number lines, integer chips, and relatable context (like money and temperature), students gain both conceptual understanding and procedural fluency. Show more