Unlock your child’s potential in math with our Subtraction Skills Worksheets tailored for ages 5-6. These engaging printable resources from Kids Academy are designed to make learning subtraction fun and interactive. By using colorful illustrations and easy-to-follow exercises, our worksheets help young learners grasp foundational subtraction concepts, enhancing their problem-solving abilities and confidence. Ideal for both classroom and at-home practice, these activities ensure that children build strong arithmetic skills at an early stage. Start laying the groundwork for advanced math success today with our expertly crafted subtraction worksheets!


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Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet

Help your kids practice math with these simple word problems. Read the question, discuss with them to form the equation and then check the answer. Give them a chance to sharpen their math skills!
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet
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Math: Subtraction Nine And Five PDF Worksheet
Math: Subtraction Nine And Five PDF Worksheet

Subtraction Nine And Five Worksheet

Trace the path to the right answer and help the dog find its way out of the maze. Have fun while learning subtraction! (80 words)
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Addition and Subtraction: Equations Worksheet
Addition and Subtraction: Equations Worksheet

Addition and Subtraction: Equations Worksheet

This worksheet sharpens your child's visual processing, math equation solving and order of operations skills. It features colorful pictures to help them add and subtract, and traceable lines to identify the correct equation. A great way to practice these skills! (80 words)
Addition and Subtraction: Equations Worksheet
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Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet

When we see 'more' or 'less', they usually refer to quantity. In Math, they indicate addition or subtraction. Help kids read aloud two simple word problems and figure out the correct equations for each. Check the correct equation afterwards.
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Math: Eight And Three Subtraction PDF Worksheet
Math: Eight And Three Subtraction PDF Worksheet

Eight And Three Subtraction Worksheet

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Eight And Three Subtraction Worksheet
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Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Utilize images and objects your students know to facilitate learning. Simple math problems should be a cinch for kindergartners who can count to 30. Ask them to identify the picture's subject. Then read word problems and help them find the right number sentences to match.
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Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet
Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet

Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet

Math is made fun with this free worksheet featuring Arctic animal pictures to solve basic subtraction word problems. Kids read the problem and choose the correct drawing of the animals to represent the solution. They'll have a blast with their cool animal friends while learning math!
Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet
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Count Back to Subtract
Count Back to Subtract

Count Back to Subtract Substraction Worksheet

With this worksheet, your child can visually see and count each number they’re subtracting. This worksheet provides a number line to help your child master subtraction visually. Counting back on the line will give them a deeper understanding of the concept. It's a great way to teach subtraction and help children gain confidence with the subject.
Count Back to Subtract Substraction Worksheet
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Find the Difference Worksheet
Find the Difference Worksheet

Find the Difference Worksheet

Test your kids' skills with this worksheet! Ask them to look at the pictures in each row and tell you what the objects are. Help them identify the odd item in each row by circling it. See if they can spot the difference!
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Subtracting: Groceries with Georgio Worksheet
Subtracting: Groceries with Georgio Worksheet

Subtracting: Groceries with Georgio Worksheet

Help Georgio in his grocery orders with this fun worksheet! Using colorful pictures and one-to-one representation, kids can intuitively choose the correct subtraction equation to match the picture. The free PDF makes it easy to practice basic subtraction equations without even realizing they're learning.
Subtracting: Groceries with Georgio Worksheet
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Supermarket Math Worksheet
Supermarket Math Worksheet

Supermarket Math Worksheet

Take your kids to the supermarket and ask what they're looking forward to buying. Help them solve the three questions in the worksheet by interpreting each one into an equation, then choose the right answer.
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Addition and Subtraction Assessment 3 Worksheet
Addition and Subtraction Assessment 3 Worksheet

Addition and Subtraction Assessment 3 Worksheet

Help your child improve their math skills with this printable worksheet! Start with simple questions such as 1 + 1 to check their understanding. The pdf contains five equations for them to solve, with answers at the end. With practice, your child will become more confident and able to tackle the subject.
Addition and Subtraction Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Addition or Subtraction? Worksheet
Addition or Subtraction? Worksheet

Addition or Subtraction? Worksheet

Help your math whiz's number skills advance with these colorful flag equations! With the free PDF, they'll learn to solve addition and subtraction facts by following the correct orders of operation. And the best part? They'll develop a deeper understanding of how the different operations work together within equations. Give it a try and watch their skills soar!
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The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet
The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet

The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet

Read the Earth Day-themed word problem aloud to your kids, pointing to the pictures as you go. Use the number line to help them count on and find the answer. Then check it together. Doing this can help them learn more about Earth Day and meet other children who are doing their part to keep it clean.
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Subtraction printable worksheet: fruit and veggies
Subtraction printable worksheet: fruit and veggies

Fruit and Veggies Subtraction Worksheet

Kids learn subtraction with this fun worksheet: fruits and veggies! Kids use pictures to count or take away to get the right answer, aiding in understanding subtraction better.
Fruit and Veggies Subtraction Worksheet
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Addition and Subtraction Within 1: Assessment 3 Worksheet
Addition and Subtraction Within 1: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Addition and Subtraction Within 1: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Help your kids count the base ten blocks in the picture. Then, count how many have been marked off. Ask them to select the correct answer choice to solve the subtraction problems based on the blocks counted. 80 words
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Subtraction skills are pivotal for children ages 5-6 because they lay a crucial foundation for more advanced math concepts. At this tender age, children's brains are highly receptive to learning basic numerical operations which, like addition, form the building blocks of arithmetic. Mastering subtraction allows young students to develop a clear understanding of number sense and mathematical operations.

Learning subtraction helps in problem-solving and logical thinking. For instance, when a child understands how to 'take away,' they cultivate a habit of breaking down problems into manageable parts to find solutions. This skill is highly transferable beyond mathematics into day-to-day life situations, like sharing or distributing objects fairly.

Additionally, building proficiency in subtraction at an early age boosts self-confidence and encourages a positive attitude toward future mathematical challenges. It eliminates anxiety and promotes enthusiasm for learning more complex tasks once children feel secure in their foundational knowledge.

From an educational perspective, lacking subtraction skills can hinder performance not just in mathematics, but in subjects like science and technology that increasingly rely on quantitative skills. By investing time in honing these skills, parents and teachers contribute significantly to a child's academic and cognitive development, ensuring they are well-prepared for future educational endeavors.