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1st Grade Subtraction Word Problems Up to 20

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1st Grade Subtraction Word Problems

Subtraction problems up to 20.

Each sheet consists of a series of word problems involving subtracting numbers up to 20.

There is a space on each sheet for working out, using whichever method you wish your child to use.

There are also UK versions of some of the worksheets which use pounds (£) instead of dollars($).

Using these sheets will help your child to:

• recognise subtraction word problems;
• learn the language of subtraction: difference and minus;
• subtract with numbers up to 10, 15 or 20.

1st Grade Subtraction Word Problems up to 10

• Subtraction Problems to 10 Sheet 1
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• Subtraction Problems to 10 Sheet 3
• UK Version Sheet 3
• UK PDF version

1st Grade Subtraction Word Problems up to 15

• Subtraction Problems to 15 Sheet 1
• UK Version Sheet 1
• Subtraction Problems to 15 Sheet 2
• UK Version Sheet 2
• Subtraction Problems to 15 Sheet 3

First Grade Subtraction Word Problems up to 20

• Subtraction Problems to 20 Sheet 1
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• Subtraction Problems to 20 Sheet 3

Looking for some easier worksheets?

Take a look at our Subtraction facts to 12.

On this page, your child will learn to work out basic subtraction facts up to 12.

• Subtraction Facts to 12

Looking for some harder worksheets?

Take a look at some more of our 1st grade and 2nd grade subtraction worksheets.

On this page, your child will learn to work out basic subtraction facts involving harder numbers.

• Subtracting tens
• Subtraction Facts to 20 (2nd Grade)

These sheets involve solving a range of subtraction word problems up to 100.

• Subtraction Word Problems 2nd grade

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More First Grade Subtraction Worksheets

Here you will find some more of our 1st Grade Addition Worksheets.

• Two Digit Subtraction Worksheets Without Regrouping
• 2 Digit Subtraction Worksheets With Regrouping
• Free Subtraction Worksheets (randomly generated)

1st Grade Math Word Problems

Here you will find a range of math word problems aimed at first grade level. Each problem sheet is based on an interesting theme such as parties or the seaside.

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• Add and subtract with numbers to 12;
• order numbers to 100;
• solve a range of math problems.

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Subtraction Word Problems

Subtraction helps us to find the difference. Subtraction can tell us how many are left.

Subtraction is easy to do! Subtraction is the opposite of addition. We can use subtraction in word, or story, problems. Subtraction skills can help us solve correctly!

For example:

Let’s take a look at the example above. We are subtracting because some of the dolphins swim away. There are 10 dolphins to start with and 5 swim away. We need to figure out how many are left. We can do this by subtracting 10 – 5 to get our answer.

We write it like this:

10 – 5 = 5

There are 5 dolphins left!

Let’s look at another problem!

Let’s take a look at the example above. We are subtracting because some of the butterflies fly away. There are 11 butterflies to start with and 4 fly away. We need to figure out how many are left. We can do this by subtracting 11 – 4 to get our answer.

11 – 4 = 7

There are 7 butterflies left!

Amazing work! Let’s look at another problem together.

This time we will subtract strawberries. We are SUBTRACTING to find out how many are left because some have been eaten. We can see that there were nine strawberries to start with. Six of them have been eaten When we SUBTRACT 9 minus 6 , we have 3 left. We say: NINE minus SIX equals THREE. We write it like this:

9 – 6 = 3

Let’s try one more together!

This time we will subtract donuts. We are SUBTRACTING to find out how many are left because some have been eaten. We can see that there were ten donuts to start with. Six of them have been eaten When we SUBTRACT 10 minus 6 , we have 4 left. We say: TEN minus SIX equals FOUR. We write it like this:

10 – 6 = 4

There are many different words that are used to describe subtraction. For example, we can find out HOW MANY MORE there are or how many ARE LEFT. Here are several other examples:

Knowing these keywords will help you understand that in order to solve some problems, you must subtract. You might see these keywords in math story problems.

There are many strategies you can use to help you subtract correctly. We will learn about these in other lessons.

Now, let’s practice!

• Subtraction
• Subtraction By 1
• Subtraction By 10
• Adding Doubles
• Adding by 10
• Even Numbers
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Practice Question 1

Find the difference to solve.

REVEAL THE ANSWER 13 - 8 = 5 SANDCASTLES

Practice Question 2

Solve the subtraction problem below.

REVEAL THE ANSWER 7 - 4 = 3 BALLOONS

Practice Question 3

Use the key words to help you solve.

REVEAL THE ANSWER 20 - 5 = 15 SANDWICHES

Practice Question 4

Find out how many are left.

REVEAL THE ANSWER 16 - 11 = 5 BUGS

Practice Question 5

Solve by subtracting.

REVEAL THE ANSWER 17 - 9 = 8 FISH

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1st Grade Subtraction Worksheets

1st Grade Subtraction worksheets provide practice in solving basic subtraction problems of single-digit and double-digit numbers. Subtraction is one of the most important arithmetic operations, hence students need to practice questions to understand the concept better.

Benefits of Subtraction Worksheets for Grade 1

1st Grade Subtraction worksheets follow a step-by-step method to solve simple subtraction problems. These math worksheets for grade 1 come with visuals that help students visualize concepts and get a clear understanding of the topic. It also focuses on problem-solving skills that help students become natural problem solvers. Subtraction is a very basic but very important concept in arithmetic that is used on a day-to-day basis.

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Printable PDFs for 1st Grade Subtraction Worksheets

Students can easily score well with the help of subtraction worksheets for grade 1 which can be downloaded for free in pdf formats

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Interactive Grade 1 Subtraction Worksheets

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• 1st Grade Subtraction Word Problem Worksheet
• Mental Math Subtraction Worksheet Grade 1
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Subtraction Problems - Grade 1

Worksheets, solutions, and videos to help Grade 1 students learn how to look for and make use of repeated reasoning and structure using the addition chart to solve subtraction problems.

Common Core Standards: 1.OA.6

NYS Math Grade 1, Module 1, Lesson 38

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1st Grade Word Problems on Subtraction

In 1st grade word problems on subtraction students can practice the questions on word problems based on subtraction. This exercise sheet on subtraction can be practiced by the students to get more ideas to solve the worksheet on word problems on subtraction.

1. Kerry has 9 balloons. She gives 6 balloons to Rebecca. How many balloons will be left with Kerry?

2. There are 7 ducks in a pond. 2 of them move away. How many ducks are left in the pond?

3. Mack bought 9 eggs 3 of them are spoiled. How many good eggs are left with him?

4. Shelly had 9 balls. 6 of them lost. How many balls does Shelly have now?

5. Mary has 8 mangoes. Mary gives 2 mangoes to her brother. How many mangoes are left with Mary?

6. There were 19 fish in the fish tank. Tara took 6 fish and put them in a separate tank. How many fish are left in the tank?

7. The shopkeeper opened one box of 24 crayons. He found 6 crayons were broken. How many crayons were not broken?

8. The postman has 69 letters in his bag. He gives away 31 letters. How many letters are left in his bag?

9. There were 96 new cars ready in a showroom for delivery. 36 customers took the delivery of cars on Saturday. How many cars are left in the showroom?

10. In a toy shop there were 54 teddy bears. The shopkeeper sold 16 teddy bears in a week. How many teddy bears were left with the shopkeeper?

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Unit 2: Addition and subtraction

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First, we will learn how addition and subtraction relate. Next, we will add and subtract numbers less than or equal to 20 and solve addition and subtraction word problems. Finally, we will begin adding 2-digit numbers.

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50 math problems for 1 st graders

Learn how to master word problems for 1st Graders with these 50 first grade math problems! Answers included.

Author Michelle Griczika

Published September 20, 2023

• Key takeaways
• Addition & Subtraction: Adding and subtracting numbers is like solving puzzles and helps us with real-life situations.
• Word Problems: Solving word problems makes math fun and helps us become better readers and problem solvers.
• Place Value: Understanding place value helps us read and write numbers correctly and compare their values.
• Measurement & Time: Measuring objects and telling time help us understand the world around us and manage our daily routines.
• Geometry (Shapes): Recognizing shapes and their properties helps us see the world in a new way and understand how things are put together.

Table of contents

• Addition and Subtraction
• Word Problems
• Place Value
• Geometry (Shapes)
• Measurement

Did you know that ladybugs have spots on their backs?

If a ladybug has 2 spots on its back and it gets 1 more spot, how many spots will the ladybug have in total?

The lady bug will have 3 spots!

First grade word problems are like fun puzzles that help us use our math skills to solve real-life situations. They are essential to 1st grade math, and practicing them can help us become math superstars!

• We can use addition and subtraction to determine how many cookies are left in a jar, how many friends are on the playground, or even how many apples are in a basket.
• Understanding place value is like being a number detective. It helps us read big numbers and know the value of each digit, so we can count things like how many toys we have or how many days until our birthday.
• Measuring things and telling time is like being an explorer in the real world. We can measure how tall we are, how long a pencil is, or even how much water is in a cup. And knowing how to read a clock helps us know when it’s time for fun activities or when it’s time to go to bed.
• Shapes are like building blocks of the world around us. We can learn about squares, triangles, and circles by looking at objects we see every day. It’s like being a shape detective, finding out how many sides and corners they have, and how they fit together like puzzle pieces in 1st grade math problems.

All of these skills are necessary for 1st grade math practice! Use these 50 math problems to go over important math skills needed to strengthen your first graders understanding and knowledge.

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Today, we are going to practice different 1st grade skills. There are word problems for 1st graders measurement, addition and subtraction, and more! Once you are done, check your work with our answer sheet!

Section 1: Addition & Subtraction

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How many inches tall is the superhero?

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Michelle Griczika is a seasoned educator and experienced freelance writer. Her years teaching first and fifth grades coupled with her double certification in elementary and early childhood education lend depth to her understanding of diverse learning stages. Michelle enjoys running in her free time and undertaking home projects.

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Subtraction activities for grade 1.

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Hands-on games and activities are the best ways to teach academic concepts to young children. Explore these subtraction activities tailored for Grade 1 students today!

Solving subtraction problems has never been more fun with these Subtraction Activities for Grade 1 students. With these creative games, you can use materials easily available at home to introduce a wide variety of activities through which your children can practise their subtraction skills. Explore games that involve playing with legos, beads, crafted frogs and cats, slider bags and so on. Go on a learning adventure with your first graders today!

This tutorial mixes education and craft to create infotainment. These tutorials will teach you basic subtraction with the help of art and craft. Each tutorial has its own unique way of introducing mathematical rules to kids and making them understand new techniques to learn them. Let’s begin with the tutorials.

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Play Dough Subtraction Smash Game

Image Source/Tutorial: Mama Papa Bubba

Give an academic twist to your child’s Play Dough by introducing the Subtraction Smash game. All you need for this activity is Play Dough rolled into multiple balls, paper cards with basic subtraction questions written on it and a large tray as the playground. With each new question, watch their smiles as they excitedly subtract the numbers by smashing the balls that need to be taken away. A fun, creative and budget-friendly way of teaching your children subtraction, this activity can be tried with children between the ages of 3 to 6 years.

Penguin Subtraction Fun Activities

Image Source/Tutorial: Natalie Lynn Kindergarten

Visually stimulate your children with these Penguin Subtraction Fun Activities that you can do within the comforts of your own home. Play as you learn with your child, stretching your imagination and creativity to use colourful fishes and monochrome Penguins, paper cutouts and colours for the purpose of fostering the development of your child’s mathematical skills. Watch as your children in kindergarten improve significantly in Math and start enjoying solving sums!

Subtraction Activities In The Bag For The Classroom

Image Source/Tutorial: The Kindergarten Smorg As Board

Quick, easy and fun to conduct, this activity is a blessing for classrooms with large number of students. All you need is flashcards with subtraction problems written on it, a recording sheet and 11 paper bags labelled 0 to 10, that can be easily made from recycled material. Each student will take a flashcard and drop it in the bag whose number corresponds to their answer. The thrill that accompanies the turn-by-turn process and the checking of answers will make this game a personal favourite for your first graders.

Lego Subtraction Game For Kids

Image Source/Tutorial: The Kindergarten Connection

Roll the dice and subtract the numbers! This game is an active and engaging way of practicing Math sums with children in first grade. To be played in pairs or small groups, the game has an objective that is easy to understand with a competitive edge that will keep your children on their tiptoes. Take your Lego blocks, basket and dice to add this engaging Lego Subtraction game to your child’s game collection today.

Simple Subtraction Math Game How Many Am I Hiding?

Image Source/Tutorial: Pre Kinders

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The ‘How Many Am I Hiding?’ Subtraction Math game is an inexpensive activity that introduces young minds to subtraction and mental Math in a fun and engaging way. For this simple subtraction game, you will need a bunch of small items, which could be plastic ants, flat gems, mini erasers etc that can fit inside the palm of your hand. Follow the tutorial guide to play this exciting game for first graders, with groups of 4-6 children each.

Play Subtraction Bingo Game

Image Source/Tutorial: Grade School Giggles

Teach your first grade students basic subtraction with this Subtraction Bingo game! A super effective game that boosts children’s motivation to solve the sums faster than everybody else, this game makes Math super fun. With its two step method of first solving all the sums, and then playing bingo with the corrected answers, this game is an effective skill sharpening and enthusiasm boosting tool for educational settings. Play this game with your first graders today!

Slider Bag Number Lines Subtraction Game

Image Source/Tutorial: Mrs T’s First Grade Class

Creatively repurpose your Ziploc Slider Bags to play this Number Lines Subtraction Game with your first graders. Use a sharpie to draw a number line on the Slider Bag and fill it with subtraction cards. Use the slider to indicate the answer of the subtraction problems. Made with items easily accessible at home, this game is a great choice of activity when your child feels academically unmotivated solving with pen and paper. Increasing motivation and fondness for math are just a few benefits of this game for your young ones.

Beaded Number Rods Games For Kids

Image Source/Tutorial: Common Core Connection Usa

Improve your first-grader’s understanding of mathematical concepts with this creative Beaded Number Rods Game for kids. Grab a pack of beads and some stems (also known as pipe cleaners) and put them together as depicted in the picture. These stems labelled 0 to 10 will serve to make the process of subtraction visually comprehensible for visual learners and cement their knowledge of mathematics in a practical, interactive way. Check out the tutorial and try this game with your first graders today!

Wrecking Ball Subtraction Math Activities

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Engage all your child’s senses in the process of learning with these Wrecking Ball Subtraction Math Activities. Solidify mathematical concepts and sharpen problem-solving skills with these hands-on games that encourage mastery of Subtraction in an enjoyable manner. For this game designed for first graders, you will need a set of building blocks (any blocks that can be knocked over will work), Yo-yo, and a Subtraction game recording page which can be downloaded from the tutorial link. Get your first graders started on this game today!

Easter Egg Subtracting With Regrouping Activity Project For Kids

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Overcome every pothole you encounter with your child on the journey of mastering Subtraction, with this fun Easter Egg Subtracting with Regrouping Activity Project For Kids. The attractive visual of the Easter Egg is bound to raise the curiosity of any young learner along with the satisfying action of regrouping the two halves of the broken egg. So just when Math practice starts to get boring, spice it up with this fun way of practising Subtraction and exercising your brain.

Clip Cards for Subtracting Fractions With Common Denominators Game

Use daily household items like clips and cards to make your first graders practice Subtraction of common denominator Fractions today. This game represents the fractions in a very creative and attractive way using the visual of a tasty looking pie. The sensory stimulation given by the use of art, colours and the clip to mark the correct answer enhances clarity and retention, while the pictorial depiction makes the concept of subtraction much easier to understand. Make your child see Fractions in a new light today!

Subtraction Math Facts Game For Class 1

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If you’re a fan of classic board games, you will relish teaching your children this fun Checker game board with a mathematical twist. A game made for two players, this game blends learning and enjoyment in a budget-friendly, simple way. The nature of this strategic game will intrinsically motivate your child to correctly solve questions and succeed in their game. Tickle your first grader’s brain with the two different feathers of Checkers and Subtraction today.

Four Dice Subtraction Game For Kids

In math and in real life, there is no doubt that practice makes perfect! Practice can be dull but it can also be very exciting. Choose to fill your child’s subtraction practice time with fun and enjoyment with this Four Dice Subtraction game for kids. Call together all your child’s friends to share in the fun after you collect all the materials you need for this game, which are 4 dice, a copy of the dice graph, coloured pencils or crayons. Throw the dice, subtract the numbers and get the game rolling.

Pete The Cat Subtraction Fun Activities

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Let your child solve Subtraction sums with Pete the Cat’s word problems about his groovy buttons. Engage them in making a cute Pete the Cat craft with buttons that can ‘pop off’ to help connect their mental calculations with real-world applications. Follow this up with a dive into the word problems posed by the Cat. Great for exercising creativity and imagination, these word problems are fairly interesting ways to help your child practise his/her mathematical skills. Enjoy this activity with your first-grader today!

Lily Pad Math Subtraction Game For Second Grade

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Make Subtraction fun for your children with this cute Lily Pad Math Subtraction Game for Second Graders. Gather your props for this activity – some foam circles, permanent marker, plastic frogs and scissors – and prepare for a fun-filled experience. Encourage your youngling to solve the subtraction sums with the use of these cute plastic frogs, or finger counting and witness the mathematical concepts get cemented in their minds right in front of your eyes. Try this fun, frugal and educational activity with your child today!

This completes all the mathematical activities mentioned in this set of tutorials. It had something to offer for all age groups and the tutorials ranged from craft, games to basic pie charts and all of them were equally apt in explaining the rules of calculations. After following all the tutorials above, you can now safely say that your understanding of calculations are strong and basics even stronger. Keep practising the tricks that you learned in these tutorials and keep up the good work.

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Subtraction with regrouping worksheets for 1st graders help children practice the technique of subtraction with regrouping. In these worksheets, children will learn how to subtract within 100 with regrouping by solving horizontal and vertical subtraction problems. Get started now!

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Subtract within 100 with Regrouping Worksheets

Add and Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Horizontal Addition and Subtraction Worksheet

Use this printable worksheet to add and subtract two 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Add and Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Vertical Addition and Subtraction Worksheet

Learners must add and subtract two 2-digit numbers with regrouping to enhance their math skills.

Add and Subtract 2-Digit and 1-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Horizontal Addition and Subtraction Worksheet

This worksheet will help kids add and subtract 2-digit and 1-digit numbers with regrouping.

Add and Subtract 2-Digit and 1-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Vertical Addition and Subtraction Worksheet

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Subtract 1-Digit Numbers from 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Horizontal Subtraction Worksheet

Practice math by subtracting 1-digit numbers from 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Subtract 1-Digit Numbers from 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Vertical Subtraction Worksheet

Dive into this fun worksheet by subtracting 1-digit numbers from 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Horizontal Subtraction Worksheet

Develop your math skills by subtracting two 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Subtract Numbers within 100 with Regrouping: Horizontal Subtraction Worksheet

This downloadable worksheet is designed to subtract numbers within 100 with regrouping.

Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Vertical Subtraction Worksheet

Combine math learning with adventure by solving to subtract two 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Subtract Numbers within 100 with Regrouping: Vertical Subtraction Worksheet

Assess your math skills by subtracting numbers within 100 with regrouping in this worksheet.

Subtract 1-Digit Numbers from 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Digits Worksheet

Combine math and adventure by subtracting 1-digit numbers from 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Subtract 1-Digit Numbers from 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Numbers Worksheet

Use this printable worksheet to subtract 1-digit numbers from 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Digits Worksheet

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Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Numbers Worksheet

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Subtract Numbers within 100 with Regrouping: Missing Digits Worksheet

Be on your way to become a mathematician by subtracting numbers within 100 with regrouping.

Subtract Numbers within 100 with Regrouping: Missing Numbers Worksheet

Combine math learning with adventure by solving to subtract numbers within 100 with regrouping.

Add and Subtract 2-Digit and 1-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Digits Worksheet

Solidify your math skills by adding and subtracting 2-digit and 1-digit numbers with regrouping.

Add and Subtract 2-Digit and 1-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Numbers Worksheet

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Add and Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Digits Worksheet

Reveal the secrets of math wizardry by adding and subtracting two 2-digit numbers with regrouping.

Add and Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers with Regrouping: Missing Numbers Worksheet

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Subtract 1-Digit Numbers from 2-Digit Numbers: Vertical Timed Practice Worksheet

This worksheet tests your speed in subtracting 1-digit numbers from 2-digit numbers in a 1-minute challenge.

Subtract 1-Digit Numbers from 2-Digit Numbers: Horizontal Timed Practice Worksheet

Timed worksheet to boost proficiency in subtracting 1-digit numbers from 2-digit numbers swiftly.

Subtract Numbers within 100: Vertical Timed Practice Worksheet

Fast-paced subtraction worksheet challenging students to solve problems within 100 in a minute!

Subtract Numbers within 100: Horizontal Timed Practice Worksheet

A quick-paced, timed worksheet focused on enhancing students' skills in subtracting numbers within 100.

Add and Subtract 2-Digit and 1-Digit Numbers: Vertical Timed Practice Worksheet

A fast-paced worksheet to sharpen your 2-digit and 1-digit addition and subtraction skills under time pressure.

Add and Subtract 2-Digit and 1-Digit Numbers: Horizontal Timed Practice Worksheet

Fast-paced worksheet to practice adding and subtracting 2-digit and 1-digit numbers in 2 minutes!

Add and Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers: Vertical Timed Practice Worksheet

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Add and Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers: Horizontal Timed Practice Worksheet

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20 Effective Math Strategies To Approach Problem-Solving 

Katie Keeton

Math strategies for problem-solving help students use a range of approaches to solve many different types of problems. It involves identifying the problem and carrying out a plan of action to find the answer to mathematical problems.  

Problem-solving skills are essential to math in the general classroom and real-life. They require logical reasoning and critical thinking skills.  students must be equipped with strategies to help them find solutions to problems.

This article explores mathematical problem solving strategies, logical reasoning and critical thinking skills to help learners with solving math word problems independently in real-life situations. 

What are problem-solving strategies?

Problem-solving strategies in math are methods students can use to figure out solutions to math problems. Some problem-solving strategies: 

• Draw a model
• Use different approaches
• Check the inverse to make sure the answer is correct

Students need to have a toolkit of math problem-solving strategies at their disposal to provide different ways to approach math problems. This makes it easier to find solutions and understand math better. 

Strategies can help guide students to the solution when it is difficult ot know when to start.

The ultimate guide to problem solving techniques

Download these ready-to-go problem solving techniques that every student should know. Includes printable tasks for students including challenges, short explanations for teachers with questioning prompts.

20 Math Strategies For Problem-Solving

Different problem-solving math strategies are required for different parts of the problem. It is unlikely that students will use the same strategy to understand and solve the problem. 

Here are 20 strategies to help students develop their problem-solving skills. 

Strategies to understand the problem

Strategies that help students understand the problem before solving it helps ensure they understand: 

• The context
• What the key information is
• How to form a plan to solve it

Following these steps leads students to the correct solution and makes the math word problem easier .

Here are five strategies to help students understand the content of the problem and identify key information. 

1. Read the problem aloud

Read a word problem aloud to help understand it. Hearing the words engages auditory processing. This can make it easier to process and comprehend the context of the situation.

2. Highlight keywords 

When keywords are highlighted in a word problem, it helps the student focus on the essential information needed to solve it. Some important keywords help determine which operation is needed.  For example, if the word problem asks how many are left, the problem likely requires subtraction.  Ensure students highlight the keywords carefully and do not highlight every number or keyword. There is likely irrelevant information in the word problem.

3. Summarize the information

Read the problem aloud, highlight the key information and then summarize the information. Students can do this in their heads or write down a quick summary.  Summaries should include only the important information and be in simple terms that help contextualize the problem.

4. Determine the unknown

A common problem that students have when solving a word problem is misunderstanding what they are solving. Determine what the unknown information is before finding the answer.  Often, a word problem contains a question where you can find the unknown information you need to solve. For example, in the question ‘How many apples are left?’ students need to find the number of apples left over.

5. Make a plan

Once students understand the context of the word problem, have dentified the important information and determined the unknown, they can make a plan to solve it.  The plan will depend on the type of problem. Some problems involve more than one step to solve them as some require more than one answer.  Encourage students to make a list of each step they need to take to solve the problem before getting started.

Strategies for solving the problem 

1. draw a model or diagram.

Students may find it useful to draw a model, picture, diagram, or other visual aid to help with the problem solving process.  It can help to visualize the problem to understand the relationships between the numbers in the problem. In turn, this helps students see the solution.

Similarly, you could draw a model to represent the objects in the problem:

2. Act it out

This particular strategy is applicable at any grade level but is especially helpful in math investigation in elementary school . It involves a physical demonstration or students acting out the problem using movements, concrete resources and math manipulatives .  When students act out a problem, they can visualize and contectualize the word problem in another way and secure an understanding of the math concepts.  The examples below show how 1st-grade students could “act out” an addition and subtraction problem:

3. Work backwards

Working backwards is a popular problem-solving strategy. It involves starting with a possible solution and deciding what steps to take to arrive at that solution.  This strategy can be particularly helpful when students solve math word problems involving multiple steps. They can start at the end and think carefully about each step taken as opposed to jumping to the end of the problem and missing steps in between.

For example,

To solve this problem working backwards, start with the final condition, which is Sam’s grandmother’s age (71) and work backwards to find Sam’s age. Subtract 20 from the grandmother’s age, which is 71.  Then, divide the result by 3 to get Sam’s age. 71 – 20 = 51 51 ÷ 3 = 17 Sam is 17 years old.

4. Write a number sentence

When faced with a word problem, encourage students to write a number sentence based on the information. This helps translate the information in the word problem into a math equation or expression, which is more easily solved.  It is important to fully understand the context of the word problem and what students need to solve before writing an equation to represent it.

5. Use a formula

Specific formulas help solve many math problems. For example, if a problem asks students to find the area of a rug, they would use the area formula (area = length × width) to solve.   Make sure students know the important mathematical formulas they will need in tests and real-life. It can help to display these around the classroom or, for those who need more support, on students’ desks.

Strategies for checking the solution 

Once the problem is solved using an appropriate strategy, it is equally important to check the solution to ensure it is correct and makes sense. 

There are many strategies to check the solution. The strategy for a specific problem is dependent on the problem type and math content involved.

Here are five strategies to help students check their solutions. 

1. Use the Inverse Operation

For simpler problems, a quick and easy problem solving strategy is to use the inverse operation. For example, if the operation to solve a word problem is 56 ÷ 8 = 7 students can check the answer is correct by multiplying 8 × 7. As good practice, encourage students to use the inverse operation routinely to check their work. 

2. Estimate to check for reasonableness

Once students reach an answer, they can use estimation or rounding to see if the answer is reasonable.  Round each number in the equation to a number that’s close and easy to work with, usually a multiple of ten.  For example, if the question was 216 ÷ 18 and the quotient was 12, students might round 216 to 200 and round 18 to 20. Then use mental math to solve 200 ÷ 20, which is 10.  When the estimate is clear the two numbers are close. This means your answer is reasonable. 

3. Plug-In Method

This method is particularly useful for algebraic equations. Specifically when working with variables.  To use the plug-in method, students solve the problem as asked and arrive at an answer. They can then plug the answer into the original equation to see if it works. If it does, the answer is correct.

If students use the equation 20m+80=300 to solve this problem and find that m = 11, they can plug that value back into the equation to see if it is correct. 20m + 80 = 300 20 (11) + 80 = 300 220 + 80 = 300 300 = 300 ✓

4. Peer Review

Peer review is a great tool to use at any grade level as it promotes critical thinking and collaboration between students. The reviewers can look at the problem from a different view as they check to see if the problem was solved correctly.   Problem solvers receive immediate feedback and the opportunity to discuss their thinking with their peers. This strategy is effective with mixed-ability partners or similar-ability partners. In mixed-ability groups, the partner with stronger skills provides guidance and support to the partner with weaker skills, while reinforcing their own understanding of the content and communication skills.  If partners have comparable ability levels and problem-solving skills, they may find that they approach problems differently or have unique insights to offer each other about the problem-solving process.

5. Use a Calculator

A calculator can be introduced at any grade level but may be best for older students who already have a foundational understanding of basic math operations. Provide students with a calculator to allow them to check their solutions independently, accurately, and quickly. Since calculators are so readily available on smartphones and tablets, they allow students to develop practical skills that apply to real-world situations.  

Step-by-step problem-solving processes for your classroom

In his book, How to Solve It , published in 1945, mathematician George Polya introduced a 4-step process to solve problems. 

Polya’s 4 steps include:

• Understand the problem
• Devise a plan
• Carry out the plan

Today, in the style of George Polya, many problem-solving strategies use various acronyms and steps to help students recall. 

Many teachers create posters and anchor charts of their chosen process to display in their classrooms. They can be implemented in any elementary, middle school or high school classroom. 

Here are 5 problem-solving strategies to introduce to students and use in the classroom.

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Former teachers and math experts write all of Third Space Learning’s tutoring lessons. Expertly designed lessons follow a “my turn, follow me, your turn” pedagogy to help students move from guided instruction and problem-solving to independent practice. 

Throughout each lesson, tutors ask higher-level thinking questions to promote critical thinking and ensure students are developing a deep understanding of the content and problem-solving skills.

Problem-solving

Educators can use many different strategies to teach problem-solving and help students develop and carry out a plan when solving math problems. Incorporate these math strategies into any math program and use them with a variety of math concepts, from whole numbers and fractions to algebra. 

Teaching students how to choose and implement problem-solving strategies helps them develop mathematical reasoning skills and critical thinking they can apply to real-life problem-solving.

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There are many different strategies for problem-solving; Here are 5 problem-solving strategies: • draw a model  • act it out  • work backwards  • write a number sentence • use a formula

Here are 10 strategies of problem-solving: • Read the problem aloud • Highlight keywords • Summarize the information • Determine the unknown • Make a plan • Draw a model  • Act it out  • Work backwards  • Write a number sentence • Use a formula

1. Understand the problem 2. Devise a plan 3. Carry out the plan 4. Look back

Some strategies you can use to solve challenging math problems are: breaking the problem into smaller parts, using diagrams or models, applying logical reasoning, and trying different approaches.

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