Subtraction Strategies Posters - Woodland Theme Classroom Decor

Support your students as they build subtraction fluency with this calming, visual-rich set of Woodland Subtraction Strategies Posters. With clean layouts and multiple design options, this visual anchor chart set breaks down essential subtraction strategies in a way that’s accessible, age-appropriate, and classroom-ready.

Created with real teachers in mind, these printable posters are editable in PowerPoint and Canva, making it easy to tailor math lessons or add bilingual options. They’re ideal for whole-class lessons, small-group instruction, or as a student reference wall. This set is also part of the Woodland Math Posters Bundle and Woodland Classroom Decor Bundle, helping you create a cohesive and functional math space.

What’s Included in Woodland Subtraction Strategies Posters:

• Printable PDF Version:
  • 6 Header Options
  • 11 Subtraction Strategy Posters, covering:
    • Number Sentence – Understand the structure of subtraction problems.
    • Use Fingers – Visualize numbers by counting backward on fingers.
    • Count Back – Begin with the larger number and count back to subtract.
    • Tens Facts – Use knowledge of tens to simplify subtraction.
    • Doubles – Subtract using doubles facts for quick recall.
    • Bridge to 10 – Break numbers to reach 10 or the nearest decade.
    • Adjusting Numbers – Round numbers to make subtraction manageable.
    • Splitting – Break numbers into parts for step-by-step subtraction.
    • Related Facts – Apply fact family knowledge to solve subtraction problems.
    • Compensation – Round and adjust numbers for efficient calculations.
    • Number Line – Use the jump-back method to subtract with a visual aid.
  • 2 Design Options:
    • With Images: Includes kid-friendly illustrations
    • Without Images: Clean design for focused teaching.
• Editable PowerPoint & Canva Templates:
  • Blank templates for creating custom subtraction strategy posters or lessons tailored to your classroom needs.

Why You’ll Love The Woodland Subtraction Strategies Posters:

• Supports students' understanding of subtraction with 11 visual strategies
• Offers flexibility with editable Canva & PowerPoint templates
• Bilingual-friendly and easily customizable
• Designed to match the calming, earthy tones of the Woodland Decor Collection
• Ideal for math walls, group teaching, and classroom anchor charts
• Saves teachers planning time with ready-to-print posters
• Reinforces consistent language and strategies across your math lessons
• Set-and-forget design – just print, display, and refer back all year round

The Woodland Subtraction Strategies Posters Are Perfect For:

• Visual math displays
• Strategy-based subtraction instruction
• Intervention and small group settings
• Creating consistent visuals for numeracy routines
• Year-round reference on your classroom math wall

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Please note, this is a downloadable, digital file that you can access immediately after purchase.

To open the files you will be required to have a PDF Reader such as Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. 

To edit: If the product description stipulates that the file is editable, it will be editable only in Microsoft PowerPoint. You will need to have access to Microsoft Powerpoint to be able to type in your text. You can access a free trial here. 

‘Editable’ refers to the *text* within the file being customisable. Images and colour palettes are not editable. Simply type into the text boxes provided or add in your own to edit.

Please ensure your PDF reader and MS PowerPoint software is up to date to avoid compatibility issues.

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