Vertical Rainbow Facts: Addition & Subtraction

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Overview:

A set of rainbow fact and near rainbow fact addition and subtraction sums presented in a vertical format. Designed for early years students.

Learning Objectives:

Strengthen addition and subtraction skills by recognising number relationships within 10.
Apply rainbow fact and near rainbow fact concepts to both addition and subtraction problems.
Develop fluency in performing basic addition and subtraction operations.

How the Activity Works:

Students work through a set of addition and subtraction sums, organised in a vertical format. The sums are based on rainbow facts and near rainbow facts, focusing on numbers within 10. This activity encourages students to practice both operations and reinforces the connections between addition and subtraction, helping to build a strong foundation in basic arithmetic.

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