Ladybug Subtraction Write and Wipe Cards

Preview: Download your free ladybug subtraction write and wipe cards here. These make the perfect subtraction fact fluency activities that you can use in your math centers right away. Ideal for first grade but could be used as practice in kindergarten or 2nd grade.

Ladybug spots are perfect for counting and practicing skills such as addition and subtraction. I created a ladybug themed freebie that works on subtracting within 12.These ladybug subtraction write and wipe cards are ideal practice for first grade, but could be used by students at a variety of grades and levels. All the ladybugs will have 12 or less dots on their back to count.

Write and wipe cards make the perfect math center or small group activity. Just prep a set or two and students can use them over and over to practice their subtraction fact fluency. 

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Prepping Ladybug Subtraction Write and Wipe Cards

Supplies Needed:

Ladybug Subtraction Write & Wipe Cards Printable (free download at the bottom of this post)
Laminator (optional)
Cardstock
Printer (this is the one I use)
Scissors or Paper Cutter
Reusable Dry Erase Pockets (instead of laminating)
Dry Erase Marker

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1. Download and print out the ladybug cards on cardstock.
2. Laminate for durability and to make it so you can write and wipe off the answer.
3. Cut the cards apart on the thin black lines.

If you do not want to laminate these, but still want the write and wipe concept, print and cut apart (optional) and slide the cards into a reusable dry erase pocket instead.

How to Use Ladybug Subtraction Write and Wipe Cards

To use these cards, students will count the dots on the first lady bug. Then they will count the dots on the second ladybug and subtract that number from the first one.

Once students have come up with an answer, they will write it after the equal sign using a dry erase marker. After students complete the cards, they can use a cloth or paper towel to wipe away the answer.

My five year old was struggling a bit with this concept so I pulled out some mini erasers and showed her how to count out erasers to match the dots on the first ladybug. Then she would take away erasers from that pile to match the second ladybug. She counted how many erasers she had left and then wrote the number on the card.

Using mini erasers or any type of counter like this is a great way to support and scaffold students who need a little bit more support and could benefit from a more hands on approach. If students don't want/need counters but need a little more support, they could cross out dots on the first ladybug using their marker to help them figure out how many are left.

There are 25 cards included in this free ladybug subtraction write and wipe download.

Other Ladybug Activities & Freebies

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Ladybug Cover Up Alphabet Activity // Fun Learning for Kids

Ladybug Counting Cards // Teach Me Mommy

Ladybug Subtraction Write and Wipe Cards // Sara J. Creations

Download Ladybug Subtraction Write and Wipe Cards

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Looking for some more subtraction practice? Check out these space themed addition and subtraction matching cards. You can also check out these ideas for practicing basic math facts.