Decimals Addition and Subtraction Math Task Cards | Paper and Digital

Simplify your lesson planning with this set of 72 math task cards, perfect for Canadian teachers! Designed to cover adding and subtracting decimals, these task cards are organized into three differentiated decks, with each deck increasing in difficulty. Whether you’re introducing decimals, guiding students through practice, or assessing their understanding, this resource is a must-have for your classroom.

This decimals activity includes:

• adding and subtracting numbers with decimals. Some equations require students to stack the numbers by place value. The questions range from tenths to thousandths.
• the decimal said as "and" when used in a number. For example: 4.65 four and sixty-five hundredths.
• 72 task cards in 3 levels: Gradually scaffolded for differentiated learning.
• Deck 1: 24 cards addition and subtraction of decimals to tenths.
• Deck 2: 24 cards addition and subtraction of decimals to hundredths.
• Deck 3: 24 cards addition and subtraction of decimals to thousandths.
• paper versions: in full-colour option for engaging visuals or ink-saving black-and-white version for economical printing.
• digital formats: Google Slides™ are interactive for online or blended classrooms or Google Forms™ in a quiz format for instant feedback and effortless marking.
• answer keys for every question.
• student answer recording pages designed for students to use any strategy.
• comprehensive instructions: Includes creative tips for paper and digital use, from group activities to independent practice. We’ve included tips to make it as easy as possible.

Why You Will Love These Task Cards:

• Aligned with Canadian classrooms: our task cards use SI notation (where spaces are used instead of commas. For example, we write 3 567.283 instead of 3,567.283), metric measurements, and a decimal point (.). They meet Canadian expectations. See below for specific outcomes.
• Low-prep: ready-to-use formats make lesson prep quick and stress-free.
• Flexibility:
  • Introduce Concepts: build foundational understanding with scaffolded decks.
  • Practice and Review: reinforce learning in engaging ways. They make differentiated math practice easy. These make great exit slips.
  • Assess Learning: use for formative or summative assessments.
  • Model Problem Solving: demonstrate effective strategies in whole-group instruction.
• Engaging: Perfect for centres, rotations, independent practice, or group challenges.

Additional Resources to Support You:

• technology troubleshooting: Step-by-step solutions for technical issues with digital formats.
• creative ideas: Suggestions for turning task cards into fun games and collaborative activities.

Perfect for Your Classroom:

These task cards are designed to be adaptable and effective for students across various learning levels, while also saving you valuable time. The mix of printable and digital options ensures that this resource works seamlessly in traditional, online, or hybrid learning environments.

This resource aligns with:

• Alberta Math Curriculum Grade 4 ©2022
• Alberta Math Curriculum Grade 5 ©2022
• British Columbia Mathematics Curricular Competencies Grade 4
• British Columbia Mathematics Curricular Competencies Grade 5
• Saskatchewan Mathematics Curriculum Grade 4 N4.8
• Saskatchewan Mathematics Curriculum Grade 5 N5.7

This resource supports:

• any lesson about addition and subtraction of decimals.

Ninja Note: To access the digital version, download the PDF and click on the link in the file. It can also be used by printing the paper version.

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