Understanding subtraction Math Worksheets for Ages 5-8

Welcome to our “Understanding Subtraction Math Worksheets” for children ages 5-8! Our worksheets are designed to help young learners grasp the essential concept of subtraction through engaging and interactive activities. With visually stimulating exercises, kids will strengthen their math skills by solving problems that involve taking away, comparing quantities, and understanding number relationships. Each worksheet is tailored to cater to different learning styles, making subtraction fun and approachable. These resources not only foster independent learning but also encourage critical thinking. Explore our wide range of worksheets to enhance your child’s math proficiency and confidence today!


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Adding up to 1000: Page 38
Adding up to 1000: Page 38

Adding up to 1000: Page 38

Adding up to 1000: Page 38
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Subtracting With Base 10 Blocks Worksheet
Subtracting With Base 10 Blocks Worksheet

Subtracting With Base 10 Blocks Worksheet

Ask your child to count the cubes then help them check the answer. This problem may seem tricky, but it's just basic math. If they can count, they should have no trouble completing the exercise.
Subtracting With Base 10 Blocks Worksheet
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Voting Worksheet
Voting Worksheet

Voting Worksheet

This worksheet combines Social Studies and Math, teaching kids the democratic concept of voting. Guide learners to observe the problem, and decide if it needs a plus or minus. They "vote" for the correct answer by drawing a line from the problem to the correct operation symbol. Tally up the votes to check the answers!
Voting Worksheet
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Adding up to 100: Page 51
Adding up to 100: Page 51

Adding up to 100: Page 51

Adding up to 100: Page 51
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Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part1 Worksheet
Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part1 Worksheet

Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part1 Worksheet

Subtracting with regrouping can be tough, but visuals make it easier! This worksheet uses colorful base ten blocks to help kids understand regrouping. Go over each problem starting at the ones, and review regrouping with a picture when needed. Finish by circling the correct answer.
Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part1 Worksheet
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Subtracting with Base 10 Blocks Worksheet
Subtracting with Base 10 Blocks Worksheet

Subtracting with Base 10 Blocks Worksheet

Is your child having difficulty with 3-digit subtraction? They're not alone! Show your kid the idea behind subtracting with the help of Kids Academy's PDF worksheet. Colorful green base blocks are used to visualize the concept. Starting from the tens column, subtract each number and use the images for guidance. Allow your child to circle the correct answer for a comprehensive math lesson.
Subtracting with Base 10 Blocks Worksheet
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Night Sky Math Worksheet
Night Sky Math Worksheet

Night Sky Math Worksheet

Kids can use this colorful worksheet to learn math and addition while also exploring the night sky. Invite them to use a telescope to identify the things they see. Ask them to join Ana, the little girl in the worksheet, to count what she saw in two nights. Help them add the totals of each night to find out how many of each item she saw!
Night Sky Math Worksheet
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Garage Sale Less Than Worksheet
Garage Sale Less Than Worksheet

Garage Sale Less Than Worksheet

Kids often struggle with math word problems. This worksheet offers practice, using a real-world situation: friends having a garage sale. Students read each problem, extract the relevant information, match it with the correct equation and solve. Great for honing those essential problem-solving skills!
Garage Sale Less Than Worksheet
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A Banker's Unknown Numbers Worksheet
A Banker's Unknown Numbers Worksheet

A Banker's Unknown Numbers Worksheet

At the bank, bankers count and record money properly to avoid losses. In this worksheet, kids count money and solve simple equations to find the correct answer. Help your kids work through the equations and circle the answer.
A Banker's Unknown Numbers Worksheet
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Missing Number: Ferris Wheel Math Worksheet
Missing Number: Ferris Wheel Math Worksheet

Missing Number: Ferris Wheel Math Worksheet

Hop on the Ferris wheel and solve the equations in the baskets! If the missing number is 6, draw a line from the basket to the middle of the wheel. Kids Academy's addition worksheet will not only help practice pre-algebra but also keep kids entertained with its vibrant illustrations. So, go round and round and have fun with math!
Missing Number: Ferris Wheel Math Worksheet
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Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part 2 Worksheet
Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part 2 Worksheet

Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part 2 Worksheet

Give your kids the practice they need to master subtracting with regrouping with Kids Academy's printable worksheet. It contains two 3-digit problems for kids to solve, plus colorful blocks to help them understand the concept more easily. Help your kids succeed!
Subtracting with Regrouping with Base 10 Blocks. Part 2 Worksheet
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Matching Subtraction Equations To Base 10 Models Worksheet
Matching Subtraction Equations To Base 10 Models Worksheet

Matching Subtraction Equations To Base 10 Models Worksheet

Help your student draw a line to the equation that matches the subtraction shown with the base 10 blocks. Guide them through the task, ensuring they have good subtraction, counting and problem-solving skills. This tracing sheet is easy enough to complete with your support; the three mathematical problems here should be straightforward.
Matching Subtraction Equations To Base 10 Models Worksheet
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2-Digit Subtraction Worksheet PDF
2-Digit Subtraction Worksheet PDF

Stellar Math Substraction Worksheet

This worksheet offers more than just subtraction- your little learner can practice addition too! It will help them use number sense and mental math, as well as logical reasoning strategies, to complete the equations. With this worksheet, they'll use higher level thinking skills to determine which sign (plus or minus) is needed. Plus, they'll improve their cognitive skills too! Check out our rich collection of math worksheets for a fun and exciting math experience.
Stellar Math Substraction Worksheet
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Community Helpers: 1 less Worksheet
Community Helpers: 1 less Worksheet

Community Helpers: 1 less Worksheet

Look at this worksheet with your child and ask them to identify the different community helpers. Match them to the places where they work by drawing a line to finish the number sentence. This helps them identify the people that help keep the community organized and running smoothly. Examples of community helpers include doctors, police officers, firefighters, teachers, etc.
Community Helpers: 1 less Worksheet
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Subtracting with Base Blocks Worksheet
Subtracting with Base Blocks Worksheet

Subtracting with Base Blocks Worksheet

Little mathematicians can use base ten blocks to understand place value for subtraction. This worksheet helps them cross out blocks to solve problems with accuracy. Seeing equations like this boosts their number reasoning skills and helps them work with larger numbers.
Subtracting with Base Blocks Worksheet
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Which Wagons Have 1 Less? Worksheet
Which Wagons Have 1 Less? Worksheet

Which Wagons Have 1 Less? Worksheet

Test your kid's counting skills with a simple exercise. Ask them to count the balls in the five wagons shown and to circle the wagons with one less than the red wagon in the middle. This will give their brains a simple task that tests their knowledge of numbers.
Which Wagons Have 1 Less? Worksheet
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What Equation Is That? Worksheet
What Equation Is That? Worksheet

What Equation Is That? Worksheet

Have your students practice counting with base ten blocks. This will help them with math struggles. Homework and worksheets will help them improve; ask them to trace lines to the correct equation on a tracing sheet. Guide them as they count the blocks and trace the lines.
What Equation Is That? Worksheet
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Construction Zone Math: Relating Subtraction and Addition Worksheet
Construction Zone Math: Relating Subtraction and Addition Worksheet

Construction Zone Math: Relating Subtraction and Addition Worksheet

Help kids master the concept of solving for missing numbers with subtraction. Use this cute worksheet featuring construction elements and colorful equations. Show them how to subtract to find the missing number, then circle the answer. It'll help them increase their number sense and get ready for algebra.
Construction Zone Math: Relating Subtraction and Addition Worksheet
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Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 43
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 43
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 43
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Understanding subtraction is crucial for children aged 5-8 as it lays the foundation for their mathematical development and critical thinking skills. At this early stage, kids are transitioning from basic counting to more complex problem-solving. Grasping subtraction concepts helps them develop a sense of number relations and enhances their ability to process and analyze different numerical scenarios.

Parents and teachers should emphasize subtraction for several reasons. First, it promotes cognitive development. By learning how to subtract, children improve their reasoning abilities, learning how to decompose numbers and understand their relationships. This skill also links directly to addition, helping solidify overall numeracy.

Moreover, proficiency in subtraction promotes confidence. When children practice these skills, they become more comfortable tackling math challenges, reducing anxiety that often accompanies the subject as they grow.

Finally, real-world applications of subtraction—like budgeting, measuring, and problem-solving—make the skill essential not only in academic settings but also in daily life. Therefore, ensuring children have a solid understanding of subtraction fosters both academic success and practical life skills, paving the way for their future educational journeys. Encouraging early mastery can make a significant difference in their math experience.