Loop Card Game - Subtracting large numbers and near multiples

The Loop Card Game is an engaging educational activity designed for Year 5 students to practice and enhance their skills in subtracting large numbers and near multiples. Each card in the game presents a subtraction problem, where students must find the difference between two numbers. The set of problems includes a variety of challenges, from straightforward large number subtractions to those involving near multiples, which are numbers just shy of a rounded figure. For example, students may encounter tasks like subtracting 199 from 59,671 to find the result of 59,472, or more complex calculations such as subtracting 299 from 10,956 to arrive at 10,657.

The game's structure is designed to create a continuous loop of questions and answers, where the solution to one problem leads seamlessly to the next question. This format not only keeps the game flowing but also encourages quick thinking and reinforces the concept of subtraction through repetition. For instance, after solving 25,099 minus 69 to get 25,030, the next card might prompt the student to subtract 9 from 15,234, yielding 15,225, and so on. The Loop Card Game is an innovative way for students to practice their subtraction skills, making it both a fun and educational classroom activity that aligns with the maths curriculum for Key Stage 2.