standard_description: Use the structure of an expression to identify ways to rewrite it. For example, see x^(4) – y^(4 )as (x^(2))^(2 )– (y^(2))^(2), thus recognizing it as a difference of squares that can be factored as (x^(2 )– y^(2))(x^(2 )+ y^(2)).
problem_activity: Stage 2: Subtract within 10
Required Preparation
Materials to Gather
Colored pencils or crayons
Number cards 0–10
Materials to Copy
Blackline Masters
Capture Squares Stage 2 Gameboard

Narrative
Students choose two cards and find the difference.


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