Subtraction is all about finding the distance between two numbers. The Lazy Jumps strategy makes this easier by breaking the problem into smaller steps. Start with the smaller number and jump up to the nearest tens number, then keep jumping by tens until you reach the larger number. Finally, add up all the jumps to find the total difference. For example, to subtract 57 from 83, jump from 57 to 60 (3), then from 60 to 80 (20), and finally from 80 to 83 (3). Adding the jumps together gives 26.
This strategy is like taking small, easy steps instead of one big leap, making subtraction less tricky and more fun! It’s perfect for solving real-life problems like finding how far two places are apart or comparing scores. Want to try it with colorful examples? Download our guide and start jumping your way to subtraction success!
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