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Two-Step Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheets for 2nd Grade

These two-step addition and subtraction word problems worksheets give parents and teachers focused, repeatable practice for 2nd Grade learners. Solve two-step addition and subtraction situations within 100 and explain each operation. Choose a fixed-seed sample or make a fresh printable without creating an account.

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    Two-Step Addition and Subtraction Word Problems
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    1. Riley starts with 23 cards, then receives 19 more, and after that gives away 25. How many cards remain after both steps?
    2. Riley starts with 4 stickers, then receives 9 more, and after that gives away 9. How many stickers remain after both steps?
    3. Morgan starts with 28 shells, then receives 20 more, and after that gives away 5. How many shells remain after both steps?
    4. Riley starts with 20 pencils, then receives 10 more, and after that gives away 20. How many pencils remain after both steps?

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    Two-Step Addition and Subtraction Word Problems
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    1. Morgan starts with 15 shells, then receives 18 more, and after that gives away 1. How many shells remain after both steps?
    2. Jordan starts with 15 blocks, then receives 6 more, and after that gives away 8. How many blocks remain after both steps?
    3. Morgan starts with 9 blocks, then receives 3 more, and after that gives away 9. How many blocks remain after both steps?
    4. Jordan starts with 15 shells, then receives 6 more, and after that gives away 6. How many shells remain after both steps?

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    1. Riley starts with 20 stickers, then receives 23 more, and after that gives away 24. How many stickers remain after both steps?
    2. Riley starts with 2 cards, then receives 14 more, and after that gives away 9. How many cards remain after both steps?
    3. Morgan starts with 3 books, then receives 17 more, and after that gives away 8. How many books remain after both steps?
    4. Morgan starts with 10 cards, then receives 27 more, and after that gives away 14. How many cards remain after both steps?

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Situation routine

Read, model, solve in context.

Underline what is known, state what is being asked, and write one equation for each required step.

Question lens

Solve two-step addition and subtraction situations within 100 and explain each operation.

  1. 01

    State what is known and what the question asks.

  2. 02

    Choose an operation for a reason and record the model.

  3. 03

    Solve, then answer with the unit or context restored.

01Problem

Riley starts with 23 cards, then receives 19 more, and after that gives away 25. How many cards remain after both steps?

02 · Answer17
03 · Check

Underline what is known, state what is being asked, and write one equation for each required step. This example supports the page objective: Solve two-step addition and subtraction situations within 100 and explain each operation.

Teacher sequence

Introduce, model, practice, inspect

Move through the sequence vertically. Each step has a distinct classroom decision rather than a hidden swipe panel.

  1. Introduce

    Set one visible purpose

    • Ask the learner to identify known quantities, the question, and a reasonable operation. For this two-step addition and subtraction word problems set, begin without a timer.
  2. Model

    Demonstrate the situation model

    • Underline what is known, state what is being asked, and write one equation for each required step.
  3. Practice

    Assign the focused set

    • Require an equation, labeled work, and a sentence that answers the question. Regenerate only when the learner is ready for another arrangement of the same objective.
  4. Inspect

    Use errors to choose the next move

    • Choosing an operation from a keyword without understanding the situation. Watch for this specifically during two-step addition and subtraction word problems practice.
    • Giving an unlabeled number that does not answer the stated question. Use the worked correction as the next teaching example.
Standards reference

Skill alignment

Alignment labels identify the primary skill practiced. A worksheet is supplemental practice and does not assess every part of a standard.

System
Common Core
Standard
2.OA.A.1
Match
primary alignment
Reference
Common Core State Standards Initiative — Mathematics Standards
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  1. What does this 2nd Grade Two-Step Addition and Subtraction Word Problems worksheet practice?
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    Solve two-step addition and subtraction situations within 100 and explain each operation.

  2. How should adults use the Two-Step Addition and Subtraction Word Problems printable?
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    Start with one untimed set, review the learner's strategy, and use the answer key to discuss errors. Generate a new fixed-seed set only after the current skill is understood.

  3. Does the Two-Step Addition and Subtraction Word Problems download include answers?
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    Yes. The free PDF can include an appended answer key, or the answer key can be downloaded separately for adult use.

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