Subtraction practice Easy Addition & Subtraction Worksheets for Ages 3-9

Help your child master subtraction with our engaging Easy Addition & Subtraction Worksheets designed for ages 3-9. Our worksheets make learning subtraction fun and effective through colorful, interactive exercises that stimulate critical thinking and math skills. Each worksheet is tailored to your child’s level, providing a structured path from simple to more complex problems. Perfect for homeschoolers or additional practice, our materials build a solid foundation for future math success. Boost your child’s confidence and joy in learning with Kids Academy’s exceptional educational resources! Visit our website to download and get started today!


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Mental Math -Subtract and Add by 10

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  • 3-9
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Rocket Math Worksheet
Rocket Math Worksheet

Rocket Math Worksheet

Your students will be math wizards in no time as they blast off on this exciting and colorful PDF worksheet. They'll use the 10s strategy to practice addition and subtraction, and they'll learn to skip count forwards and backwards. Keep them engaged and make learning fun!
Rocket Math Worksheet
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Police Subtraction Worksheet
Police Subtraction Worksheet

Police Subtraction Worksheet

Police protect citizens and do more in the community. Kids can learn numbers with this math worksheet: two subtraction problems in the downloadable PDF. Read the problems with your kids, then check the box next to the number sentences that are correct.
Police Subtraction Worksheet
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T-shirt Subtraction Worksheet
T-shirt Subtraction Worksheet

T-shirt Subtraction Worksheet

Use colorful items and activities to help your students learn. Show them this worksheet with objects to identify. Guide them to solve the two word problems with their fingers and tick the correct answer from the given choices.
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Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet
Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet

Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet

Before tackling the math problem, get your kids ready by asking them to share their favorite holiday and why. Then, look at the picture on the worksheet with them. Help them examine the numbers and problems, and select the number sentence that shows what's happening with each string of light. 80 words.
Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet
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Subtracting Socks Worksheet
Subtracting Socks Worksheet

Subtracting Socks Worksheet

Before beginning this exercise with your children, warm them up with a counting game. If math is not their favorite subject, use this worksheet. Help them read the two word problems, then use their fingers to count and subtract. Ask them to select the correct answer and check the box.
Subtracting Socks Worksheet
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Garden Subtraction Worksheet
Garden Subtraction Worksheet

Garden Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kids understand math with this fun, garden-themed subtraction worksheet! Have them read the number sentences and count the veggies in each row. Then, subtract 10 from each row to find the answer. They'll love counting the colorful veggies and solving the problems!
Garden Subtraction Worksheet
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Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet
Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet

Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet

Take your kids on a virtual grocery trip with this worksheet! Help them read the two word problems and use the pictures to solve them. Then, have them circle the correct answers. It's an easy, fun way to get kids comfortable with math while also getting them excited about grocery shopping!
Grocery Shopping Subtraction Worksheet
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Eagle Subtraction Worksheet
Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kids become math experts! Through practice and adult guidance, even addition and subtraction can seem simple. Show them how with this worksheet - get them to trace the dotted lines to connect each word problem to the correct picture and solve the number sentence with some eagles!
Eagle Subtraction Worksheet
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Instrument Subtraction Worksheet
Instrument Subtraction Worksheet

Instrument Subtraction Worksheet

Encourage kids to practice their addition and subtraction by having them identify the musical instruments on the worksheet, then read the subtraction problems and check the box with the matching number sentences.
Instrument Subtraction Worksheet
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Undersea Subtraction Worksheet
Undersea Subtraction Worksheet

Undersea Subtraction Worksheet

To give your kids an advantage in math, use this worksheet! Begin by having them identify the fish in the picture. Then, have them circle the number that completes the number sentences. This will help them get some extra practice with subtraction!
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2nd Grade Subtraction Worksheet
2nd Grade Subtraction Worksheet

Comet Subtraction Practice Substraction Worksheet

This versatile 2nd grade math worksheet is perfect for parents wanting to get creative! It allows for practicing subtraction using different strategies, such as a number line, and provides answer choices for the child. Enjoy fun pictures in outer space to motivate your child and strengthen their problem-solving skills. It's the perfect way to learn!
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Turn It down! Subtracting Sounds Worksheet
Turn It down! Subtracting Sounds Worksheet

Turn It down! Subtracting Sounds Worksheet

If your kids need a boost in math, this worksheet is ideal! It'll help them practice their subtraction skills and understand math better. Spend time with them, and they'll enjoy the subject even more. The worksheet includes questions where they have to identify the missing number. Guide them and check their answers.
Turn It down! Subtracting Sounds Worksheet
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At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet
At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet

At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet

Take your kids to the beach and show them that math can be fun! Look at the picture on the worksheet, then help them solve the addition and subtraction problems. Check the answers together and enjoy a day of learning and fun!
At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet
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Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Test your child's wildlife knowledge. Ask them to name animals indigenous to Australia or other countries. Show them the animals in this worksheet and have them match each word problem and picture with the correct number sentence.
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
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Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet
Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet

Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet

Encourage your kids to practice addition and subtraction with this worksheet. Read the word problems aloud, help them solve and check the answer from the provided options. With enough exercises and guidance, this task should be fairly easy.
Car Shop Subtraction Worksheet
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Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet
Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet

Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kindergartners tackle addition and subtraction with fun tips. Show them the picture, have them solve the problems, then help them check the box that matches. With practice and guidance, they'll soon be ready for more complex math!
Road Sign Subtraction Worksheet
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Leaf Subtraction Stories Worksheet
Leaf Subtraction Stories Worksheet

Leaf Subtraction Stories Worksheet

Help your kids become experts at subtraction and addition by guiding them through fun exercises and simple math problems. This worksheet with leaf subtraction problems will help them practice and also test your child. Go through the three equations with them, help them solve, and then check the answer.
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Hungry Rabbit Subtraction Worksheet
Hungry Rabbit Subtraction Worksheet

Hungry Rabbit Subtraction Worksheet

Subtractions can be daunting for kids. Help them see math in a new light by using this simple worksheet. Read the word problem out loud and have them use their fingers to subtract. Then, trace the line to the hands that show the answer. This will show them that they don't have to be scared of math and subtraction.
Hungry Rabbit Subtraction Worksheet
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Addition and Subtraction Within 1: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Addition and Subtraction Within 1: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Addition and Subtraction Within 1: Assessment 2 Worksheet

This worksheet is a great tool to help your students learn addition and subtraction. It contains four equations in a printable pdf. Ask your students to review the equation and determine if the symbol between them is a '+' or '-'. Guide them in selecting the correct symbols for each equation.
Addition and Subtraction Within 1: Assessment 2 Worksheet
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Learn Subtraction for 2nd Grade
Learn Subtraction for 2nd Grade

Outer Space Substraction Worksheet

This Singapore Math-inspired worksheet will help kids develop a deeper understanding of math concepts, stop relying on rote memorization, and build mathematical knowledge for future concepts. With a catchy space-theme, your child will have fun honing their skills.
Outer Space Substraction Worksheet
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Harvesting Subtraction Stories Worksheet
Harvesting Subtraction Stories Worksheet

Harvesting Subtraction Stories Worksheet

Before starting the exercise, ask your kids if they know what harvesting is. Show them the pictures and explain if needed. Help them read the word problems, use the pictures to find the answer and check the box above. There are two simple word problems in the printout.
Harvesting Subtraction Stories Worksheet
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Count and Subtract Worksheet
Count and Subtract Worksheet

Count and Subtract Worksheet

This worksheet helps your child learn math via colorful pictures and equations. Count the items together, adding and subtracting as necessary. Your child will be challenged to get the correct total, thereby developing their math skills.
Count and Subtract Worksheet
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Firewood Subtraction Worksheet
Firewood Subtraction Worksheet

Firewood Subtraction Worksheet

Guide your students to show that math can be fun! If your kindergartners need help with addition and subtraction, the simple problems in this worksheet are ideal. Ask them to look at the two pictures and find the correct answers. Help them check their work to build their confidence in math.
Firewood Subtraction Worksheet
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Birthday Party Subtraction Worksheet
Birthday Party Subtraction Worksheet

Birthday Party Subtraction Worksheet

Kids love birthday parties, with fun activities and yummy treats. Make math fun with this worksheet! It has pictures of a party, and your kids should solve the problems and check the matching box. They'll get to learn math, and have fun too!
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Subtraction practice, along with easy addition, is essential for children ages 3-9 as it builds foundational math skills that are crucial for lifelong learning. During early childhood, the brain is exceptionally receptive to new information. Introducing subtraction at this stage helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Basic arithmetic forms the cornerstone of more complex mathematical concepts encountered later in school, such as multiplication, division, fractions, and algebra.

Parents and teachers play a pivotal role in a child's education. By prioritizing subtraction practice alongside addition, they ensure that children develop a balanced understanding of how numbers interact. This balanced mathematical foundation promotes confidence, which is vital for tackling more advanced topics. Early mastery of these basics helps prevent math anxiety, a common hurdle in academic progression.

Engaging children in fun, interactive subtraction activities also makes learning enjoyable, fostering a positive attitude towards math. Games, stories, and hands-on exercises can reinforce these concepts, turning abstract numbers into tangible, understandable components of everyday life.

In summary, caring about subtraction practice is crucial because it promotes early cognitive development, boosts academic confidence, and lays the groundwork for future success in mathematics and beyond.