Difference using a marked number line

Count on from the smaller number to the larger. As numbers are added to the balance scale they are also shown on the number line. Children should be encouraged to use their knowledge of number bonds to develop efficient mental methods. Levels include counting up to 10, 20, 50 or 100, finding the difference between 2-digit numbers and decimals. For more addition and subtraction resources click here.

About this game

Difference using a marked number line is a free HTML5 maths game from MathsFrame. Count on from the smaller number to the larger. As numbers are added to the balance scale they are also shown on the number line. Children should be encouraged to use their knowledge of number bonds to develop efficient mental methods. Levels include counting up to 10, 20, 50 or 100, finding the difference between 2-digit numbers and decimals. For more addition and subtraction resources click here.

Classroom use

Use the game as a short warm-up, independent practice station, or end-of-lesson challenge.
Ask the learner to explain one answer after each round instead of focusing only on speed.
Choose the level inside the game that matches the learner’s current objective.

Source and play

Open the original MathsFrame game

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