Subtraction skills Kindergarten Addition & Subtraction Worksheets

Boost your child's math confidence with our engaging Kindergarten Addition & Subtraction Worksheets focused on subtraction skills! Designed for young learners, these interactive worksheets offer a variety of fun activities to reinforce essential subtraction concepts. Kids will enjoy practicing through colorful illustrations, relatable word problems, and hands-on exercises that promote problem-solving skills. Our resources cater to different learning styles, ensuring every child can grasp the fundamentals of subtraction in a supportive environment. Perfect for classroom or home practice, our worksheets make learning math enjoyable and effective. Unlock your child's math potential with our expertly crafted subtraction worksheets today!


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Using Fingers to Solve Subtraction Problems

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Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet

Help your kids practice math with these simple word problems. Read the question, discuss with them to form the equation and then check the answer. Give them a chance to sharpen their math skills!
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 2 Worksheet
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Math: Subtraction Nine And Five PDF Worksheet
Math: Subtraction Nine And Five PDF Worksheet

Subtraction Nine And Five Worksheet

Trace the path to the right answer and help the dog find its way out of the maze. Have fun while learning subtraction! (80 words)
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Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet

When we see 'more' or 'less', they usually refer to quantity. In Math, they indicate addition or subtraction. Help kids read aloud two simple word problems and figure out the correct equations for each. Check the correct equation afterwards.
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Make it Easy Strategies: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Utilize images and objects your students know to facilitate learning. Simple math problems should be a cinch for kindergartners who can count to 30. Ask them to identify the picture's subject. Then read word problems and help them find the right number sentences to match.
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Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet
Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet

Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet

Math is made fun with this free worksheet featuring Arctic animal pictures to solve basic subtraction word problems. Kids read the problem and choose the correct drawing of the animals to represent the solution. They'll have a blast with their cool animal friends while learning math!
Drawing to Help Us Subtract Worksheet
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Count Back to Subtract
Count Back to Subtract

Count Back to Subtract Substraction Worksheet

With this worksheet, your child can visually see and count each number they’re subtracting. This worksheet provides a number line to help your child master subtraction visually. Counting back on the line will give them a deeper understanding of the concept. It's a great way to teach subtraction and help children gain confidence with the subject.
Count Back to Subtract Substraction Worksheet
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Supermarket Math Worksheet
Supermarket Math Worksheet

Supermarket Math Worksheet

Take your kids to the supermarket and ask what they're looking forward to buying. Help them solve the three questions in the worksheet by interpreting each one into an equation, then choose the right answer.
Supermarket Math Worksheet
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The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet
The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet

The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet

Read the Earth Day-themed word problem aloud to your kids, pointing to the pictures as you go. Use the number line to help them count on and find the answer. Then check it together. Doing this can help them learn more about Earth Day and meet other children who are doing their part to keep it clean.
The Unknown Number - Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Subtraction printable worksheet: fruit and veggies
Subtraction printable worksheet: fruit and veggies

Fruit and Veggies Subtraction Worksheet

Kids learn subtraction with this fun worksheet: fruits and veggies! Kids use pictures to count or take away to get the right answer, aiding in understanding subtraction better.
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Parents and teachers should prioritize subtraction skills in kindergarten for several compelling reasons. First, subtraction is a fundamental math concept crucial for building a strong foundation in mathematics. As children learn to subtract, they develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, which are essential not only in math but across all areas of learning.

Additionally, subtraction helps with cognitive development by teaching children to understand the concept of “taking away” and recognizing relationships between numbers. This understanding is vital as they progress to more complex arithmetic in later grades.

Furthermore, mastering subtraction boosts children’s confidence in their mathematical abilities. When students feel adept at basic operations, they are more likely to engage in classroom activities and tackle challenges without fear. This eagerness to learn promotes a positive attitude towards math that can last throughout their educational journey.

Subtraction also has practical implications in daily life. Understanding it enables children to manage simple financial tasks like counting change, sharing items, or measuring out ingredients during cooking. In essence, developing subtraction skills in kindergarten equips children with tools for critical thinking and problem-solving—concepts transferrable to numerous aspects of their personal and academic lives.