Loop Card Game - Subtract 10s

The Loop Card Game - Subtract 10s is an engaging and educational activity designed for Year 3 students to practice their subtraction skills, specifically subtracting multiples of ten from three-digit numbers. Each card in the game features a three-digit number from which a multiple of ten is to be subtracted. For example, one card may present the number 478 with the instruction to subtract 10, resulting in the answer 468. The game continues with a series of cards, each presenting a new subtraction problem that picks up from the last answer, creating a continuous loop of subtraction challenges.

With this interactive game, students are encouraged to quickly and accurately subtract tens, reinforcing their understanding of place value and mental arithmetic. The cards are designed to be used sequentially, ensuring that once a student correctly subtracts 10 from one number, the next card prompts them to subtract another set of tens from the new number. This repetitive practice helps to solidify the concept of subtraction across the tens boundary. For instance, a sequence might start with 271, from which 20 is subtracted to get 251, followed by another card where 10 is subtracted from 533, resulting in 523, and so on. The loop nature of the game ensures that students remain engaged and can self-check their progress as they work through the series of subtraction problems.