Subtraction Word Problem Worksheet
Practice solving simple subtraction word problems using single-digit numbers.
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Solve second-grade subtraction stories about taking away, comparing and finding a difference. Choose problems within 100, visual supports or mixed addition-and-subtraction practice.
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Practice solving simple subtraction word problems using single-digit numbers.
Practice solving multi-digit subtraction word problems, including a decimal subtraction problem in a money context.
A printable workbook strengthening subtraction skills for early elementary students, subtracting single-digit numbers up to 10 and solving word problems.
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Practice solving subtraction word problems that involve real-life measurement units.
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A worksheet for practicing solving subtraction word problems.
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Practice solving addition and subtraction word problems with numbers within 100.
Students solve 24 vertical subtraction calculations arranged in four rows of six, using three-digit starting numbers and regrouping. Two word problems apply subtraction in context, followed by a four-digit bonus problem. The separate answer page gives final answers; students show their own borrowing marks and steps. Students who need to build up to triple-digit problems can start with addition and subtraction regrouping practice that steps from single-digit facts through three-digit regrouping in one set.
An ice-fishing themed measurement word problem activity for practicing addition and subtraction within 100.
A math center/individual-work activity where students solve addition and subtraction word problems to decode a secret word.
Give students practice applying addition and subtraction to solve word problems within 20.
Support subtraction word-problem comprehension for students needing visual/AAC scaffolding by pairing a story-style word problem with a printed number/tally reference (1-20).
Give students practice solving mixed addition and subtraction word problems by identifying which operation applies.
Provide a math center activity for practicing addition and subtraction word problems using keyword strategies.
Provide Grade 2 practice worksheets on place value (hundreds, tens, ones) and 3-digit addition/subtraction, including word problems.
Practice solving one- and two-step addition/subtraction word problems within 100 using a game format.
This workbook provides practice for these essential skills: —Place Value (Tens and Ones) —Two-digit Addition and Subtraction —Numbers to 1, Odd, and Even Numbers — Addition and Subtraction Word Problems
A set of English-language word-problem worksheets giving students practice adding and subtracting dollar amounts in everyday money scenarios.
Provide visual/pictorial (AAC-style) support for solving a one-step subtraction word problem, helping students represent and count objects to find the difference.
This workbook provides practice for these essential math skills: —Ordinal Numbers —Less Than and Greater Than —Skip Counting and Number Patterns —Money Values up to $9.99