Can integer subtraction feel intuitive without rote memory? In this episode Pam and Kim delve into a Problem String and explore integer subtraction relationships.
Talking Points:

Integer chips?
Students reason about subtracting integers
Distance versus removal
Problem String subtracting integers in context
When context is less helpful
Don't go to rules, stay in reasoning

See Episodes 149 and150 for more about distance vs removal
See Ep 242 for more information on Integer Multiplication

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Ep 183: Integer Subtraction