Subtraction skills Preschool Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheets

Enhance your preschooler's subtraction skills with our engaging Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheets! Designed specifically for young learners, these worksheets provide fun, age-appropriate challenges that foster early math understanding. Our interactive problems encourage children to think critically while developing their ability to solve subtraction activities in real-life contexts. Each worksheet promotes essential math skills, ensuring kids build a strong foundation for future learning. With vibrant illustrations and simple instructions, children will stay motivated and excited to practice. Equip your child with the confidence they need as they journey through math concepts with our educational resources—perfect for home or classroom!


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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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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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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.
Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet
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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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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.
Supermarket Math Worksheet
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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.
The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Subtraction skills, alongside addition, are foundational elements of early mathematics that preschoolers must grasp for their overall academic growth. Understanding these skills is crucial for several reasons.

Firstly, mastering subtraction enhances a child's understanding of mathematical concepts, building a solid foundation for future learning. Word problems, specifically, promote critical thinking as they require children to decode language, identify relevant information, and select appropriate strategies for solving them. This nurtures their analytical abilities and encourages decision-making, skills valuable both in and out of the classroom.

Secondly, strong subtraction skills foster confidence in children as they tackle math-related tasks. By practicing with word problems, young learners develop a sense of accomplishment when they successfully arrive at answers, reinforcing a positive attitude toward learning challenges.

Lastly, early exposure to these concepts aids in real-world applications. Children encounter situations requiring subtraction—like sharing snacks or counting down the days to an event—so mastering these skills equips them for daily life.

For these reasons, engaging parents and teachers in promoting subtraction through interactive activities and discussions can greatly support a child's readiness for future educational pursuits and practical life skills.