Free K–5 Subtraction Worksheets
This adult-facing subtraction library groups code-checked worksheets by grade and learning objective. Compare the skill descriptions before printing, use a fixed sample, or open the builder to create an equivalent set.
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Subtraction Within 5
Represent and solve take-apart and take-from equations within 5.
Subtraction Within 10
Solve subtraction situations and equations with whole numbers within 10.
Subtraction Within 10
Develop accurate subtraction fact strategies with minuends no greater than 10.
Subtraction Within 20
Use the relationship between addition and subtraction to subtract within 20.
Two-Digit Subtraction Without Regrouping
Subtract two-digit numbers by place value when no ten must be decomposed.
Two-Digit Subtraction With Regrouping
Subtract two-digit numbers by decomposing one ten into 10 ones when needed.
Multi-Digit Subtraction
Fluently subtract whole numbers through the hundred-thousands place with the standard algorithm.
Teaching tips
- Connect subtraction to missing-addend thinking as well as taking away.
- Check selected answers by adding the difference to the subtrahend.
Common mistakes
- Subtracting the smaller digit from the larger digit regardless of position.
- Regrouping a ten without reducing the next place-value digit.