Take Away Worksheets For Year 1

Students cross out pictured objects and count what remains, then create a subtraction sentence with a matching drawing.
Year levels
Pre-school, Years 1–2
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Updated Jul 28, 2021

Subject
Subtraction, Addition and Subtraction, Maths
Topic
Maths Worksheet, Maths Printable
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About this resource

This worksheet is a fun and easy way for students to practise subtracting numbers. By writing equations and using pictures, students will be able to better understand the concept of taking away.

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Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

  • Model subtraction by removing objects from a pictured set

  • Count the remaining quantity after a take-away action

  • Represent an original subtraction sentence with a drawing

Teaching tips

  • Have learners count the starting set aloud before crossing out any objects.

  • During the original problem, check that the drawing matches both numbers in the subtraction sentence.

Skills covered

  • Concrete subtraction

  • Counting remainders

  • Equation modelling

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Questions teachers ask about this resource

How do the pictures support subtraction?

Students cross out objects from a starting set and count what remains.

Is there a create-your-own task?

Yes. Each page includes space for an original subtraction sentence and drawing.

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