Subtraction Printable primary worksheets
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Subtraction word problems
Subtraction word problemsThis resource is ideal for practising subtraction skills in a meaningful and practical way. It promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, and the application of mathematical concepts in everyday scenarios. Use this resource for classroom activities, homework assignments, or extra practice to reinforce subtraction skills.
Age: 10 - 11
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Addition and Subtraction Word Problems
Addition and Subtraction Multi-step Word ProblemsThis worksheet will help to reinforce students' skills in solving real-world problems involving addition and subtraction. Each problem presents a unique scenario where they'll need to apply their mathematical understanding to find the solution.
Age: 10 - 11
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Y5 Addition and subtraction word problems
Addition and subtraction word problemsThis KS2 maths resource will help students to solve addition and subtraction multi-step problems. Students read each question carefully, identify the operations involved, and perform the calculations step by step. There are seven problems for students to solve.
Age: 9 - 10
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Subtraction word problems worksheet
Subtraction word problemsBy engaging with subtraction word problems, students will learn to think critically, make informed decisions, and solve problems effectively. This maths worksheet for KS2 students includes 7 problems to solve.
Age: 8 - 9
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Addition and subtraction two-step problems (2)
Addition and subtraction two-step problemsTo solve these word problems, students will need to perform two steps involving addition and subtraction. Carefully read the problem, identify the relevant information, and perform the operations in the correct order. There are 5 questions for children to answer. There is also space for students to show their workings.
Age: 8 - 9
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Addition and subtraction two-step problems
Addition and subtraction two-step problemsTo solve these word problems, students will need to perform two steps involving addition and subtraction. Carefully read the problem, identify the relevant information, and perform the operations in the correct order. There are 5 questions for children to answer. There is also space for students to show their workings.
Age: 8 - 9
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Shapes subtraction
Shapes subtraction activityUse this engaging Year 1 Subtraction Activity in the classroom or at home to help children practise subtraction calculations within 10. There are seven sums for children to complete using colourful pictorial representations. An answer sheet is also included for quick marking, or to help students practise self-marking. How will this worksheet help my child?This worksheet will help your child: read and interpret mathematical statements involving subtraction (-) and equals (=) signs use number bonds and related subtraction facts within 10
Age: 5 - 6
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Subtraction within 10
Subtraction within 10Use this handy maths activity to help your pupils develop the concept of subtraction. There are twelve questions included on this subtraction worksheet. Pupils complete the sums and write their answers in the box. This worksheet can be used in the classroom as a mental maths exercise or at home for extra practice. There is an answer sheet included to make marking quick and easy.
Age: 5 - 6
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Colour by addition and subtraction - Bear with bees
This fun year 1 maths activity will help children practise their addition and subtraction and develop their counting. Children solve the sums and colour the bear with bees and honey.
Age: 5 - 6
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Year 1 Maths Addition and Subtraction to 10 Workbook
This maths activity workbook contains a variety of pages with lots of addition and subtraction-related exercises that students will have fun completing. Use this resource in the classroom or at home and help your children develop their maths skills. Help your students master addition and subtraction facts and improve their knowledge with our colourful maths workbook.
Age: 5 - 6
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Year 2 Addition and subtraction vocabulary cards
These handy vocabulary cards are a great way of introducing KS1 addition and subtraction vocabulary to your year 2 students. You can display them in your classroom or use them as a fun matching activity. This set includes 6 pages of vocabulary cards with words included in the curriculum for this topic.
Age: 6 - 7
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Addition and subtraction vocabulary cards
These handy vocabulary cards are a great way of introducing KS1 addition and subtraction vocabulary to your pupils. You can display them in your classroom or use them as a fun matching activity. This set includes 4 pages of vocabulary cards with words including add, more, plus, total, sum, make, altogether, take away, minus, subtract, less, difference between, leave, and equals.
Age: 5 - 6
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Colour by Number - Addition and subtraction (butterfly)
Students work out the answer to the sums then colour the picture correctly following the number and colour chart.
Age: Reception
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Colour by Number - Addition and subtraction (dinosaur)
Students work out the answer to the sums then colour the picture correctly following the number and colour chart.
Age: Reception
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Balancing equations - Addition and subtraction
Students are asked to work out the sums by finding the value of each letter.
Age: 10 - 11
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Subtraction with Roman Numerals to 50
Children practise their subtraction with these Roman numerals sums up to 50. There are 20 questions for students to answer, their answer should be given in Roman numerals.
Age: 8 - 9
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Subtraction with Roman Numerals to 20
Children practise their subtraction with these Roman numerals sums up to 20. There are 20 questions for students to answer, their answer should be given in Roman numerals.
Age: 8 - 9
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Subtraction - Missing numbers
A primary maths resource on completing subtraction sums by filling in the missing numbers.
Age: 6 - 7
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Basic Algebra - Addition and Subtraction (3)
A KS2 maths resource on addition and subtraction with algebra.
Age: 7 - 8
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Basic Algebra - Addition and Subtraction (2)
A year 5 maths resource on addition and subtraction with algebraic sums.
Age: 7 - 8
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Basic Algebra - Addition and Subtraction
A primary maths resource on adding and subtracting using algebra.
Age: 7 - 8
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Balancing Equations - Addition and subtraction
Maths: Students are asked to work out the sums. This resource will help with addition and subtraction.
Age: 9 - 10
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Solving the Equation - Addition and subtraction
Students are asked to work out the value of each letter to complete the sum. There are 14 sums to work out.
Age: 8 - 9
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Decimal subtraction
Year 6 Maths - This worksheet includes 16 questions on subtracting decimals. They are a bit tricky, give them a go! Remember to make sure you are subtracting tenths from tenths and hundredths from hundredths.
Age: 10 - 11
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Subtraction
This worksheet includes 6 vertical subtraction questions and 4 subtraction questions with words.
Age: 8 - 9
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Vertical subtraction
A year one primary resource on vertical subtraction. This is a more advanced worksheet for year one using both tens and units.
Age: 5 - 6
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Vertical subtraction
This year one worksheet is on vertical subtraction of ten and units.
Age: 5 - 6
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Vertical subtraction
A simple introduction to vertical subtraction for year one pupils. This is a useful method of subtraction for children to learn.
Age: 5 - 6
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Simple subtraction
This is a year one subtraction numeracy worksheet.This primary resource uses no more than twelve to subtract from.
Age: 5 - 6
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Simple subtraction
An introduction to subtraction for year one pupils. This primary resource used no more than ten to subtract from.
Age: 5 - 6
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Simple subtraction
This is simple subtraction worksheet for year one. The largest number used in this resource is no more than nine.
Age: 5 - 6
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Money subtraction
Year 2 maths - Subtraction money worksheet. This activity will help students work out and practice how to subtract sums of money.
Age: 6 - 7
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Money subtraction
Year 2 maths - Subtraction money worksheet. This activity will help students work out and practice how to subtract sums of money.
Age: 6 - 7
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Money subtraction
Year 2 maths - Subtraction money worksheet. This activity will help students work out and practice how to subtract sums of money.
Age: 6 - 7
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Vertical subtraction
Year 2 maths - Vertical subtraction. This activity includes 16 sums on vertical subtraction with carrying. Advanced worksheet.
Age: 6 - 7
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Vertical subtraction
Year 2 maths - Vertical subtraction. This activity includes 16 sums on vertical subtraction with carrying. Intermediate worksheet.
Age: 6 - 7
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Vertical subtraction
Year 2 maths - Vertical subtraction. This activity includes 15 sums on vertical subtraction with no carrying. Foundation level worksheet.
Age: 6 - 7
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Simple subtraction
Year 2 maths - Simple subtraction worksheet. This activity asks children to complete simple subtraction sums. Advanced level worksheet.
Age: 6 - 7
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Simple subtraction
Year 2 maths - Simple subtraction worksheet. This activity asks children to complete simple subtraction sums. Intermediate level worksheet.
Age: 6 - 7
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Simple subtraction
Year 2 maths - Simple subtraction worksheet. This activity asks children to complete simple subtraction sums. Foundation level worksheet.
Age: 6 - 7
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