Build early subtraction skills with these Foundation button subtraction mats inspired by the picture book Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons. This Australian Curriculum aligned activity is perfect for introducing, practising and reviewing take away concepts during whole class lessons, maths rotations or small group learning.
Why You'll Love This Resource
After enjoying the story together, students can retell Pete's button losing adventure or create their own take away stories by removing buttons from the mats. The open-ended format encourages mathematical thinking while making meaningful connections between literature and early number learning.
What's Included
- 2 subtraction mats for retelling the original story
- Black and white option included
- Suggested lesson idea following I Do, We Do, You Do structure
How to Use It
Use this resource as a whole-class follow up to Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons. Refer to the suggest lesson idea following I Do, We Do, You Do structure.
Australian Curriculum Alignment
This resource aligns with: AC9MFN05 - Represent practical situations involving addition, subtraction and quantification with physical and virtual materials and use counting or subitising strategies.
