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Preschool - 2nd Grade Subtraction Strategies Resources : Page 2

Once kindergarteners understand the concept of more and less, they will move on to basic subtraction with single-digit numbers. This can be a tricky concept for kids to master. You can help this transition with these exercises that aim to give kids targeted practice in subtraction. Once the guided lesson is finished, you can support learning further with the accompanying subtraction worksheets.

Subtraction 1

Keep the numbers grounded by using a number line as a visual aid.

Subtraction Using the Number Line

Use this glossary with the EL Math Support Lesson: Multiples of 10.

Glossary: Multiples of 10

Use this glossary with the EL Support Lesson Plan: Mental Math Bingo with Multiples of 10.

Glossary: Mental Math Bingo with Multiples of 10

These birds are acting strange! Your kindergartener will use single digit subtraction to find out how many birds are still colorful and bright.

Picture Subtraction

Bounce across the number line to solve these math problems! Your students will practice their subtraction skills by using the number line as a guide.

Subtraction Across the Number Line

Practice writing subtraction equations using the number line strategy with this first-grade math worksheet!

Subtracting Tens on an Open Number Line: Write the Equation #1

Build basic math skills this Christmas with a picture subtraction exercise! Your little one can cross out these pictures to solve each equation.

Christmas Picture Subtraction #5

Subtraction can be a tough concept to master, but with these simple picture problems, you can give your kindergartener a leg up!

Subtraction with Pictures: Fruit

Can your kid solve these multiple-step word problems by using a number line? Let her take a crack at it and see how well she does!

Number Line Math

March up the anthill for some subtraction practice! Can you tell how many ants are left over in this picture?

Ant Subtraction

Students further hone subtraction skills by using their understanding of addition with this appealing math worksheet!

Using Addition to Subtract #2

Your child will be able to visualize the math problem by using the number line. Count the spaces to find the answer!

Number Line for Subtraction

Your kid will love using number lines to solve pesky multiple-step subtraction word problems. Learn how with this worksheet!

Multi-Step Word Problems

In this worksheet, students solve problems to figure out 10 less.

Ten Less

Use these vocabulary cards with the EL Math Support Lesson: Multiples of 10.

Vocabulary Cards: Multiples of 10

Spread your math wings, it's time for some subtraction practice! Count up the butterflies in this picture.

Butterfly Subtraction

Happy holidays! Keep in the Christmas spirit as you review some simple math problems with your little learner.

Christmas Picture Subtraction #4

In this 1st grade math worksheet, your child will complete each subtraction problem, then determine whether the answer is an even or odd number.

Even and Odd Numbers: Practicing Subtraction

Give learners more practice subtracting tens from two-digit numbers using a number line with this hands-on worksheet!

Subtracting Tens on an Open Number Line #3

The wizard has a secret message, but to unlock the code your first grader must do some addition and subtraction problems.

Add and Subtract to Find the Magic Word

Get in the math zone! Kids practice crossing off items to visualize the concept of subtraction.

Construction Zone Subtraction 2

Help build your child's math skills with this festive Christmas math worksheet. Little math beginners can practice subtraction by crossing out the pictures.

Christmas Picture Subtraction #1

Here's a colorful set of drill sheets for kindergarteners who are ready to learn about subtraction.

Easter Subtraction Practice

Give learners practice subtracting tens from two-digit numbers using a number line with this hands-on worksheet!

Subtracting Tens on an Open Number Line #1

This worksheet shows your child how to use thermometers like numbers lines in order to solve addition and subtraction word problems about temperature.

Thermometer Math

Travel through the hundreds chart on a quest to one.

Subtract Ten or One to Get to One!

One more and one less. Your students will practice adding in the missing numbers on this worksheet.

Magical Numbers

Nail down subtraction to a tee with some construction zone math! Use each picture to help you subtract.

Construction Zone Subtraction 1

Find the price of each cookie and subtract the cost from the amount of money available. This set of money math problems preps your kid for real transactions.

How Much for That Cookie?

Subtract By Composing and Decomposing Numbers

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