This Single Digit Subtraction Dice Game has become one of my favourite go-to math fluency activities because it makes subtraction fact practice feel fun and meaningful — not like a chore.

It’s a no-prep printable subtraction game that students actually enjoy, and it gives them tons of hands-on practice with single digit subtraction facts, building confidence and automaticity. Whether you’re running math centres, small groups, partner work, early finishers, or independent rotations, this activity fits seamlessly into your routine.

I especially love using this during math centres because students are so engaged with the game play that they don’t even realise they’re practising subtraction fluency — but when you look at their progress? It’s amazing!

 

🧠 How I Use This Resource in the Classroom

✔ As a Subtraction Math Centre during rotations

✔ For partner or independent practice

✔ Warm-ups or fluency boosters before lesson introductions

✔ Early finishers who need purposeful engagement

✔ Intervention or support groups targeting subtraction skills

 

⭐ What’s Included

• Printable Subtraction Dice Game Boards
• Easy-to-follow student instructions
• Simple no-prep format: print, grab dice, and play

Students roll the dice, solve single digit subtraction problems, and repeat. It’s simple, effective, and keeps students motivated to practise their fluency — something we ALL want, especially in busy classrooms.

 

❤️ Why I Love This Resource

• No-prep and teacher-friendly saving you time

• Students stay engaged and focused

• Encourages repeated practice without worksheets overload

• Fits perfectly into math centres, rotations, small groups, or independent play

• Great for Grades 1–3 (and beyond for review or intervention)