Subtraction practice Extra Challenge Worksheets for Ages 5-8

Discover our "Subtraction Practice Extra Challenge Worksheets" designed for children aged 5-8! These engaging worksheets provide an excellent opportunity for young learners to strengthen their subtraction skills through fun and interactive problems. Tailored to challenge their understanding, our worksheets feature a variety of levels, ensuring that every child can progress at their own pace. Each sheet is crafted to enhance critical thinking, boost confidence, and promote a love of math. Perfect for classroom or home use, these extra challenges are a fantastic resource for reinforcing lessons, preparing for assessments, and encouraging independent learning. Explore our collection today!


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Time word problems worksheet: sweet bakery
Time word problems worksheet: sweet bakery

Ms. Roseв's Sweet Bakery Time Worksheet

Help your child understand the 24-hour clock using this fascinating telling time word problems worksheet: Sweet Bakery! Widely known as "military time", this skill isn't taught in school but is important for your kid to master.
Ms. Roseв's Sweet Bakery Time Worksheet
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Circus Math Printable Worksheet
Circus Math Printable Worksheet

Circus Math Printable

Let's take the kids to the circus and combine literacy and numeracy skills! Our circus math printable worksheet will encourage creativity and higher-order thinking by connecting addition to real-life examples. Kids will learn to love math while they explore the fun, real-life applications of math. Ignite their passion today!
Circus Math Printable
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Find The Difference Worksheet
Find The Difference Worksheet

Find The Difference Worksheet

Kindergarteners need to work out subtraction problems and get the right answers. To help them, point to the alien ship with '30' in it on the worksheet. Get them to follow a line to the equations with a difference of 30. Solving these simple subtraction problems will give the answers.
Find The Difference Worksheet
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Interactive Subtraction Worksheet PDF
Interactive Subtraction Worksheet PDF

Stellar Subtraction Worksheet

Stellar Subtraction Worksheet
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Add and Subtract Up to 20 Worksheet
Add and Subtract Up to 20 Worksheet

Add and Subtract Worksheet

Introduce your child to equations and advanced math concepts with this worksheet - designed to help them learn add and subtract up to 20. This logical reasoning exercise will help them gain a better understanding of math, preparing them for future success. Start early and watch them excel!
Add and Subtract Worksheet
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Math: Subtraction Ten And Six PDF Worksheet
Math: Subtraction Ten And Six PDF Worksheet

Subtraction Ten And Six Worksheet

Get Kids Academy and practice subtraction with fun!
Subtraction Ten And Six Worksheet
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Skip Counting by Fives
Skip Counting by Fives

Skip Counting by 5s: Outer Space Math Printable

Let your kid learn skip counting by fives with this fun space-themed worksheet! With simple instructions, cute graphics, and an independent approach, your child will have a blast and gain a key skill for math success. Counting answers and learning numeracy, they'll sharpen cognitive and problem solving skills while having fun! A great way to introduce skip counting, they'll discover the concept through minimal assistance. Blast off!
Skip Counting by 5s: Outer Space Math Printable
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Subtracting 3 Worksheet
Subtracting 3 Worksheet

Subtracting 3 Worksheet

Help your kids understand subtraction and addition in math. Show them it can be fun with pictures, puzzles and number sentences. Guide them to underline the equation that matches the picture in this worksheet. It'll help them learn the importance of math, and make it more enjoyable for them.
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Subtraction worksheet: Birthday Word Problems
Subtraction worksheet: Birthday Word Problems

Birthday Word Problems Substraction Worksheet

This worksheet, Birthday Word Problems, is a great way to improve your child's math and literacy skills. It features tricky subtraction equations based on a birthday celebration - perfect for kids who love birthdays!
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Pencil Case Math Worksheet
Pencil Case Math Worksheet

Pencil Case Math Worksheet

Show students a picture of simple, colorful objects they know, like pencils and erasers. Ask them to count the objects and identify the equations in the center. Guide them in solving the equations and tracing a line to the correct answer.
Pencil Case Math Worksheet
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Worksheet: pirate subtraction
Worksheet: pirate subtraction

Pirate Subtraction Substraction Worksheet

Ahoy! Learn to subtract with pirate-themed math fun! This worksheet has ships and treasure chests to help your little one understand subtraction using a helpful strategy. Colorful illustrations make it a great learning experience.
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Subtraction Robot Sorter Worksheet
Subtraction Robot Sorter Worksheet

Subtraction Robot Sorter Worksheet

Help your child learn essential math skills with robot friends! Look at function machines and find if the rule is minus 3 or minus 6. Trace the dotted line to the robot with the correct rule when the pattern is found. Simple and delightful!
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Connect the Dots Numbers 1-10 PDF
Connect the Dots Numbers 1-10 PDF

Count with the Captain Connect Dots Worksheet

All aboard! Help the captain set sail with this fun connect the dots numbers 1-10 PDF! Motivate your child to practice counting and numeracy, as they help the captain find his way to his ship. Problem solving skills and recognition of numbers in print are also developed. Reward your child after completion and they'll be unaware of the skills honed.
Count with the Captain Connect Dots Worksheet
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Subtract by Selling Lemonade with Sabrina Worksheet
Subtract by Selling Lemonade with Sabrina Worksheet

Subtract by Selling Lemonade with Sabrina Worksheet

Kids love running a lemonade stand! Help Sabrina serve up delicious lemonade while working on basic subtraction skills. Look at each picture and use the traceable lines to link them to the correct equations. Download this fun, easy PDF to help kids practice basic computation with success.
Subtract by Selling Lemonade with Sabrina Worksheet
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Math: Five Minus Two PDF Worksheet
Math: Five Minus Two PDF Worksheet

Five Minus Two Worksheet

Help the dog find its way by practising subtraction - trace the path and make sure to have fun!
Five Minus Two Worksheet
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Subtracting Numbers: Music Worksheet
Subtracting Numbers: Music Worksheet

Subtracting Numbers: Music Worksheet

Enroll your kids in a music class and let them express their feelings via music! This worksheet challenges them to identify the musical note that makes the subtraction sentence true. Help them solve the problem and trace the dotted line to the correct answer. Let their appreciation for music grow!
Subtracting Numbers: Music Worksheet
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Subtraction printable worksheet: snowflake
Subtraction printable worksheet: snowflake

Snowflake Subtraction Worksheet

This winter-themed subtraction printable worksheet is perfect for a chilly day. The task: find the difference of 3!
Snowflake Subtraction Worksheet
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Subtraction worksheet: Solar Math
Subtraction worksheet: Solar Math

Solar Math Substraction Worksheet

Solar Math worksheet offers an awesome way to practice addition and subtraction. Challenge your child to find the number in the center of the sun by solving the problems that equal 17. It's a fun way to develop math skills.
Solar Math Substraction Worksheet
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Space Mission Math Worksheet
Space Mission Math Worksheet

Space Mission Math Worksheet

Your kids will love this worksheet! They can help astronauts reach Jupiter by tracing a line through all the equations and adding them up correctly. Spark their curiosity about space by exploring asteroids, planets, and aliens. Astronauts are professionals who study the complexities of space - let them help your child join in the journey!
Space Mission Math Worksheet
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Taking Away from 4 Worksheet
Taking Away from 4 Worksheet

Taking Away from 4 Worksheet

Patience and help will help your kids master addition and subtraction. Coaching and making math fun is key. Try these three equations: help your kids solve them and trace a line to the correct answer. Don't give up - with your guidance, success is near!
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Subtracting Numbers: Celebrations Worksheet
Subtracting Numbers: Celebrations Worksheet

Subtracting Numbers: Celebrations Worksheet

Have your kids list their favorite birthday activities and treats. Then use this worksheet to help them figure out how many candles to put on the cake. Have them find the number that makes the subtraction sentence true, then trace the dotted line to add the candle to the cake. Help them complete the task and celebrate! 80 words
Subtracting Numbers: Celebrations Worksheet
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Direct Check: Puzzle 1 Worksheet
Direct Check: Puzzle 1 Worksheet

Direct Check: Puzzle 1 Worksheet

Your child can test their chess knowledge with this worksheet. If they've been taking lessons or playing regularly, they'll enjoy connecting the dots to put the white king in checkmate, then checking the correct notation. Challenge their chess skills!
Direct Check: Puzzle 1 Worksheet
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Math puzzle worksheet for kindergarten
Math puzzle worksheet for kindergarten

Math Puzzle Worksheet

Kids will use their math skills to help the frog get through the maze by selecting the larger stones. Perfect for kindergarteners, it develops the ability to identify size differences.
Math Puzzle Worksheet
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Community Places: 1 Less Worksheet
Community Places: 1 Less Worksheet

Community Places: 1 Less Worksheet

Have your kindergarteners draw a line through the correct number sentences as they find their way home from school. Ask them to identify the people, places, and buildings in their community and the jobs they do.
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Subtraction practice, especially through Extra Challenge activities, is crucial for children aged 5-8 as it builds a foundational skill essential for their mathematical development. Early mastery of subtraction not only enhances their numeracy skills but also fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. This age group is particularly receptive to learning new concepts, and engaging them with exciting and challenging subtraction exercises can make the learning experience enjoyable.

Furthermore, sharpening subtraction skills at this stage prepares children for more complex mathematical concepts encountered in later years. It also boosts their confidence, as children who feel competent in basic math are more likely to participate actively in classroom discussions and problem-solving tasks.

Moreover, Extra Challenge activities are beneficial because they encourage persistence and resilience. Children learn to tackle difficult problems, which helps them develop a growth mindset – recognizing that they can improve with practice and effort. This is not only relevant for math but translates into other areas of learning and life.

Finally, for parents and teachers, supporting kids through alternative and challenging subtraction tasks reinforces the partnership in education, demonstrating to children that learning is a shared journey filled with support and encouragement. Engaging them in this way can foster a passion for mathematics early on.