Explore our engaging subtraction practice worksheets designed specifically for 3-year-olds! These fun and colorful printables offer young learners an enjoyable way to grasp the basics of subtraction. Through interactive activities, children will develop essential math skills while enhancing their problem-solving abilities. Each worksheet features simple, age-appropriate exercises that encourage critical thinking and make learning enjoyable. Our subtraction worksheets are perfect for parents and educators looking to support early math development in a playful manner. Download now and watch your little ones explore the exciting world of numbers as they take their first steps into subtraction!


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Time word problems worksheet: sweet bakery
Time word problems worksheet: sweet bakery

Ms. Roseв's Sweet Bakery Time Worksheet

Help your child understand the 24-hour clock using this fascinating telling time word problems worksheet: Sweet Bakery! Widely known as "military time", this skill isn't taught in school but is important for your kid to master.
Ms. Roseв's Sweet Bakery Time Worksheet
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Circus Math Printable Worksheet
Circus Math Printable Worksheet

Circus Math Printable

Let's take the kids to the circus and combine literacy and numeracy skills! Our circus math printable worksheet will encourage creativity and higher-order thinking by connecting addition to real-life examples. Kids will learn to love math while they explore the fun, real-life applications of math. Ignite their passion today!
Circus Math Printable
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Addition and subtraction worksheet: Fact Families
Addition and subtraction worksheet: Fact Families

Fact Families — Add and Subtract Worksheet

Kids will love seeing how families of numbers "live" in their own houses!
Fact Families — Add and Subtract Worksheet
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Police Subtraction Worksheet
Police Subtraction Worksheet

Police Subtraction Worksheet

Police protect citizens and do more in the community. Kids can learn numbers with this math worksheet: two subtraction problems in the downloadable PDF. Read the problems with your kids, then check the box next to the number sentences that are correct.
Police Subtraction Worksheet
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T-shirt Subtraction Worksheet
T-shirt Subtraction Worksheet

T-shirt Subtraction Worksheet

Use colorful items and activities to help your students learn. Show them this worksheet with objects to identify. Guide them to solve the two word problems with their fingers and tick the correct answer from the given choices.
T-shirt Subtraction Worksheet
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Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet
Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet

Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet

Before tackling the math problem, get your kids ready by asking them to share their favorite holiday and why. Then, look at the picture on the worksheet with them. Help them examine the numbers and problems, and select the number sentence that shows what's happening with each string of light. 80 words.
Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet
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Find 9 Worksheet
Find 9 Worksheet

Find 9 Worksheet

Teach your kids to count proficiently with fun exercises and everyday objects. In this worksheet, assist your kid in counting sharks in the ocean and checking the box next to the group that has 9. This activity will help build a strong foundation for addition and subtraction later on.
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Subtracting Socks Worksheet
Subtracting Socks Worksheet

Subtracting Socks Worksheet

Before beginning this exercise with your children, warm them up with a counting game. If math is not their favorite subject, use this worksheet. Help them read the two word problems, then use their fingers to count and subtract. Ask them to select the correct answer and check the box.
Subtracting Socks Worksheet
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Math: Subtraction Ten And Six PDF Worksheet
Math: Subtraction Ten And Six PDF Worksheet

Subtraction Ten And Six Worksheet

Get Kids Academy and practice subtraction with fun!
Subtraction Ten And Six Worksheet
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Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet

Help your child understand school topics better with your assistance. For math, go over their worksheet together and discuss the instructions and text. Solve the questions and check the right equation. This will take their learning to the next level.
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet
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Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet
Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet

Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet

Take your kids on a virtual grocery trip with this worksheet! Help them read the two word problems and use the pictures to solve them. Then, have them circle the correct answers. It's an easy, fun way to get kids comfortable with math while also getting them excited about grocery shopping!
Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet
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Eagle Subtraction Worksheet
Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kids become math experts! Through practice and adult guidance, even addition and subtraction can seem simple. Show them how with this worksheet - get them to trace the dotted lines to connect each word problem to the correct picture and solve the number sentence with some eagles!
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Instrument Subtraction Worksheet
Instrument Subtraction Worksheet

Instrument Subtraction Worksheet

Encourage kids to practice their addition and subtraction by having them identify the musical instruments on the worksheet, then read the subtraction problems and check the box with the matching number sentences.
Instrument Subtraction Worksheet
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Subtraction worksheet: Birthday Word Problems
Subtraction worksheet: Birthday Word Problems

Birthday Word Problems Substraction Worksheet

This worksheet, Birthday Word Problems, is a great way to improve your child's math and literacy skills. It features tricky subtraction equations based on a birthday celebration - perfect for kids who love birthdays!
Birthday Word Problems Substraction Worksheet
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Undersea Subtraction Worksheet
Undersea Subtraction Worksheet

Undersea Subtraction Worksheet

To give your kids an advantage in math, use this worksheet! Begin by having them identify the fish in the picture. Then, have them circle the number that completes the number sentences. This will help them get some extra practice with subtraction!
Undersea Subtraction Worksheet
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The Five Little Monkeys Nursery Rhyme Worksheet
The Five Little Monkeys Nursery Rhyme Worksheet

The Five Little Monkeys Nursery Rhyme Worksheet

Sing the beloved nursery rhyme "Five Little Monkeys" with your child, and add a finger play for extra fun! After a few times, encourage them to join in and fill the songs with laughter. Also, have fun coloring the worksheet featuring the monkeys and their Mama.
The Five Little Monkeys Nursery Rhyme Worksheet
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Connect the Dots Numbers 1-10 PDF
Connect the Dots Numbers 1-10 PDF

Count with the Captain Connect Dots Worksheet

All aboard! Help the captain set sail with this fun connect the dots numbers 1-10 PDF! Motivate your child to practice counting and numeracy, as they help the captain find his way to his ship. Problem solving skills and recognition of numbers in print are also developed. Reward your child after completion and they'll be unaware of the skills honed.
Count with the Captain Connect Dots Worksheet
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At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet
At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet

At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet

Take your kids to the beach and show them that math can be fun! Look at the picture on the worksheet, then help them solve the addition and subtraction problems. Check the answers together and enjoy a day of learning and fun!
At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet
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Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Test your child's wildlife knowledge. Ask them to name animals indigenous to Australia or other countries. Show them the animals in this worksheet and have them match each word problem and picture with the correct number sentence.
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
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Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet
Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet

Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet

Encourage your kids to practice addition and subtraction with this worksheet. Read the word problems aloud, help them solve and check the answer from the provided options. With enough exercises and guidance, this task should be fairly easy.
Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet
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Step Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet
Step Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet

Step Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet

With this worksheet, kids can solve a multi-step subtraction problem with one-to-one number representation, helping Gina figure out her rocket count. Visualizing word problems is key, and this PDF will give your child a concrete image to work with. They'll be successful problem solvers in no time!
Step Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet
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Math: Five Minus Two PDF Worksheet
Math: Five Minus Two PDF Worksheet

Five Minus Two Worksheet

Help the dog find its way by practising subtraction - trace the path and make sure to have fun!
Five Minus Two Worksheet
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Subtractions words problems free printable
Subtractions words problems free printable

Subtraction Word Problems Free Printable

Try out this free printable subtraction worksheet! Your child can use number lines to solve challenging word problems – it's a great way to boost their problem-solving skills.
Subtraction Word Problems Free Printable
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Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet
Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet

Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kindergartners tackle addition and subtraction with fun tips. Show them the picture, have them solve the problems, then help them check the box that matches. With practice and guidance, they'll soon be ready for more complex math!
Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet
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Subtraction practice for 3-year-olds is essential for several reasons. At this age, children are beginning to explore basic mathematical concepts, and subtraction introduces them to the concept of taking away, which helps build their understanding of numbers and quantities. Engaging in subtraction activities fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as children learn to visualize the process of removing items from a set.

Furthermore, early subtraction practice enhances cognitive development. It promotes counting skills, helping children grasp the relationship between numbers and quantities. Simple subtraction games encourage social interaction, making learning fun and engaging while reinforcing cooperation and communication with peers.

In addition, early exposure to subtraction lays the groundwork for more advanced math skills later in life. As children become more comfortable with basic operations, they'll be better prepared for future challenges in mathematics and logical reasoning.

For parents and teachers, this early intervention not only nurtures a child's mathematical abilities but also boosts their confidence as learners. By providing opportunities for play-based subtraction practice, adults pave the way for a positive attitude towards math and problem-solving that can benefit children for years to come. Investing in these foundational skills sets the stage for academic success.