Subtraction Safari

About This Game

Subtraction Safari takes children on a wild adventure across the African savanna where they solve subtraction problems to help their animal friends. As they progress through grasslands, watering holes, and jungles, kids encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras - each level introduces new subtraction challenges suited to their grade level. The game uses visual representations like ten-frames and number lines to reinforce understanding of subtraction as 'taking away' and 'comparing.' With scaffolded difficulty, encouraging feedback, and an animal fact after each level, Subtraction Safari blends math practice with wildlife education in a way that keeps young learners engaged and curious.

Learning Objectives

• Understand subtraction as taking apart and taking from
• Fluently subtract within 10
• Use subtraction to solve word problems
• Apply subtraction strategies including counting back and decomposing
• Build fluency with subtraction within 20

How to Play

1. Select your grade level to begin
2. Read the subtraction word problem
3. Use visual models if you need help
4. Enter your answer in the input box
5. Click the Check Answer button
6. Help animals find their way home by solving correctly

Tips for Success

• Read each word problem carefully - sometimes the bigger number comes second
• Use the visual models to see subtraction in action
• Practice subtraction facts daily for quick recall
• Connect subtraction to real-life situations like sharing snacks

Skills Developed

Common Core Standards

• K.OA.A.5 - Fluently add and subtract within 5
• 1.OA.C.6 - Add and subtract within 20
• 2.NBT.B.5 - Fluently add and subtract within 100