Subtraction worksheets
Free subtraction worksheets: picture take-away, facts within 5, 10 and 20, two- and three-digit subtraction and timed drills, with answer keys.
Subtraction within 5
Pre-K · Math · 1 page
Subtraction within 10
Kindergarten · Math · 1 page
Picture subtraction
Kindergarten · Math · 1 page
Subtraction within 20
Grade 1 · Math · 1 page
Two-digit subtraction without regrouping
Grade 1 · Math · 1 page
Two-digit subtraction with regrouping
Grade 2 · Math · 1 page
Mad minute subtraction
Grade 2 · Math · 1 page
Subtraction word problems
Grade 2 · Math · 1 page
Three-digit subtraction with regrouping
Grade 3 · Math · 1 page
About these subtraction worksheets
Subtraction can feel harder than addition, so these sheets build up slowly. Picture subtraction shows crossed-out objects, then children move to facts within 10 and 20 and on to column subtraction.
Tips for practice
Counting back on a number line is a great first strategy. Later, children can think of subtraction as a missing addition: 12 - 5 is the same as 5 + ? = 12.
Questions parents ask
How can I help my child with subtraction?
Use objects to take away, then a number line to count back. Link each subtraction to an addition fact.
Is there subtraction with borrowing?
Yes. See our regrouping worksheets for subtraction with borrowing.
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