The Number Line is a useful tool to help kids understand addition and subtraction.
The number line is a neat way to show kids how to add (or subtract) numbers i a visual manner.
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You can do these examples using steps as well. Remember Aamir Khan teaching Ishaan Avasthi addition and subtraction using the steps of his school in the movie Taare Zameen Par?
You can say this is a similar approach; its just that the Number Line is more convenient; you do not have to step out of the house.
Counting Forward (Addition)
You can add numbers by counting forward on the number line. So if you want to add 4 to 2, start from 2 and take 4 jumps forward.Counting Backward (Subtraction)
If you want to subtract numbers, you will have to count backward on the number line.
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