Beginning to Subtract - Worksheet

The "Beginning to Subtract" worksheet series is a collection of educational resources designed to introduce young learners to the concept of subtraction. The first worksheet in the series presents a simple task where students are asked to subtract one apple from various groups of apples and determine the remaining quantity. This exercise aims to establish foundational skills in subtraction by using a relatable and visual approach.

As students progress through the worksheets, the tasks become gradually more complex, incorporating different quantities and types of fruit to subtract. Each worksheet provides a range of subtraction problems, from straightforward single-digit subtractions to more challenging word problems that require students to apply their understanding in practical scenarios. For example, they may be presented with a scenario involving eating a certain number of sweets and calculating how many are left. The worksheets also include a variety of tasks such as counting stars and completing subtraction sentences, as well as a colouring page that combines learning with a creative activity. The series culminates with a set of problems that require students to answer subtraction questions of varying difficulty, with an answer key provided to check their work.