Take one away. This is one less. The highest number always comes first. On chalkboard, teacher will draw a circle and model subtraction by putting 5 Post-It notes in the circle, instructing the students to follow along. Take away one.
Students take away one simultaneously.
Count how many are left. Write the answer. Volunteers will collect materials. Students will open math book to page 41, identify the minus signs, and say the sentences aloud. Teacher will guide students through this page.