This 1st grade math unit is jam-packed with first grade math subtracting multiples of 10 worksheets , games, and activities for grade 1 students! You can use this as a supplement to your curriculum or use it solely as your 1st grade skill practice.
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Help your students master subtraction with tens using this engaging 1st Grade Subtract Multiples of 10 Math Unit! Packed with subtract multiples of 10 worksheets, interactive games, and hands-on math centers, this unit makes learning how to subtract tens both visual and fun.
Students will build a strong understanding of place value as they learn to subtract multiples of 10 from numbers up to 100. Using base-ten blocks, visual models, and real-world scenarios, students connect concrete strategies to written subtraction equations. Perfect for independent practice, small-group lessons, or whole-class instruction, this resource helps your students develop confidence with tens subtraction in a variety of formats.
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Inside this comprehensive subtracting multiples of 10 resource, you’ll find a variety of printable activities designed for repetition, visual learning, and engagement:
10 Subtracting Multiples of 10 Worksheets: Students practice subtracting multiples of 10 using base-ten blocks, standard equations, and number models.
Penguin Sort: Students sort penguin task cards onto mats based on the correct subtraction solution—great for math centers or small-group review.
Emoji Math Sort: Students decide if an equation is correct and place a smile or frown emoji accordingly.
Game #1: Line Them Up! A fast-paced team game where students race to arrange subtraction cards in correct order from START to FINISH.
Game #2: Build an Aquarium! Students earn sea creatures and decorations for their aquariums by solving subtraction problems correctly. Chance cards keep gameplay exciting!
Game #3: Whole-Class “Bucket Filler!” Students walk around solving task cards placed around the classroom. Each correct answer earns a ticket dropped into the prize bucket.
Game #4: Race to the Finish Gameboard: Students spin, move, and solve subtraction task cards as they race toward the finish line.
Game #5: Math Puzzles: Students match base-ten block representations with their corresponding subtraction equations and answers.
Each game and activity includes color and black-and-white versions, recording sheets, and answer keys, making prep fast and flexible.
Teachers love how adaptable this subtract multiples of 10 worksheets unit is for every part of the school year. Use it for:
Guided math groups to reinforce place value subtraction skills
Independent math centers or partner practice
Whole-class games during review days
Morning work or early finisher tasks
Homework or intervention support for struggling students
No matter how you use it, students get repeated, meaningful practice with subtracting multiples of ten while having fun at the same time.
This 1st grade math unit aligns with Common Core 1.NBT.6, which focuses on:
Subtracting multiples of 10 in the range 10–90
Using models or drawings to represent subtraction
Applying strategies based on place value and properties of operations
Connecting concrete methods to written subtraction equations
It’s the perfect blend of hands-on exploration and skill-building practice that prepares students for two-digit subtraction in second grade.
Teachers appreciate that this subtract multiples of 10 math unit combines easy prep with high engagement. Each worksheet and game is intentionally designed to reinforce key subtraction strategies while keeping students excited to learn. The variety of practice formats—from puzzles to games to cut-and-glue sorts—ensures all learners can participate and succeed.
Students love earning aquarium pieces or penguin cards as they work through problems, while teachers love how smoothly the activities fit into their existing math block. Everything is printable, differentiated, and visually appealing—so you can spend less time planning and more time teaching.
This resource is part of the 1st Grade Math Unit Series, a complete year-long collection that helps teachers bring every math concept to life. Each unit includes printable worksheets, interactive games, and hands-on activities that make practice engaging and effective.
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