Subtraction worksheets
Subtraction worksheets give students in Pre-K to Grade 6 focused practice in subtraction practice problems. This page has 48 free printable sets, grouped by grade, and every set includes a computed answer key that is never wrong. Print them or save as a PDF, no login needed, or generate a fresh one.
What is subtraction?
Subtraction takes one amount away from another, or finds the difference between them.
How to teach it
Model 'take away' and 'difference' (counting up) with objects and a number line. For larger numbers, partition or use column subtraction with regrouping.
Worked example
Common mistake
Subtracting the smaller digit from the larger in each column regardless of order, instead of regrouping.
What's inside
- 94 - 93 =
- 84 - 48 =
- 19 - 13 =
- 4 - 2 =
- 55 - 44 =
- 19 - 12 =
Sample questions. Each set (A, B, C…) has fresh numbers and a computed answer key.
Pre-K Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Kindergarten Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Grade 1 Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Grade 2 Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Grade 3 Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Grade 4 Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Grade 5 Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Grade 6 Subtraction
Sets A-F are the same worksheet with different questions - print any (or all) for fresh practice.
Frequently asked questions
Are these subtraction worksheets free?
Yes. Every worksheet on ChalkBee is free to view and print or save as a PDF, with no login required. Pro unlocks the printable answer key and removes the watermark.
Do the worksheets have answer keys?
The answers are computed in code from the exact questions on each sheet. The printable answer key is available with Pro.
What grades do subtraction worksheets cover?
Subtraction worksheets on this page cover Pre-K to Grade 6. There are 48 printable sets in total, grouped by grade so you can pick the right level.
How do I print or download them?
Open any set, then use your browser's print option to print it or to save it as a PDF. The pages are laid out to print cleanly on standard letter or A4 paper.