Free printable maths practice
Free subtraction worksheets
Make your own printable subtraction worksheet in a couple of clicks: set the number range, choose how many questions, add an answer key, and print a class set. Free, no sign-up, and a new sheet every time you press the button.
Make your own subtraction worksheet
Open the free maths worksheet generator and choose Subtraction. Pick the number range, choose how many questions, tick the answer key if you want one, and print. Press the button again for a fresh set, so the same child can practise a little each day without seeing the same sums.
It is free, with no account and no email, and it all runs in your browser, so nothing is saved or sent anywhere.
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How it works
- Open the maths worksheet generator and choose Subtraction.
- Set the number range to suit the child or class.
- Choose how many questions, and tick Show answer key for marking.
- Press Make worksheet, then Print or Save as PDF.
Easing into taking away
Subtraction often takes a little longer to settle than adding. A few gentle steps:
- Stay within ten first. Small take-aways build the picture before bigger numbers and borrowing.
- Use a number line. Counting back along a line makes taking away something you can see.
- Little and often. A short daily sheet keeps it ticking over without weighing the day down.
- Mind the order. Some children mix up which number comes first. A calm reminder is plenty.
More free make-your-own tools
The subtraction sheets come from our free maths worksheet generator, which also makes addition, times tables and division sheets. It is one of a small set of free, make-your-own tools you can use without signing up:
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See them all on the free tools page, or browse our finished free printables shelf.
Free subtraction worksheets: common questions
Are these subtraction worksheets free?
Yes. Every sheet is free to print and use, with no sign-up and no email. It runs in your browser, so nothing is saved or sent anywhere.
Can I make the sums easier or harder?
Yes. You choose the number range, so you can keep take-aways within ten for a younger child or use larger numbers as they progress.
Does it include an answer key?
Yes. Tick Show answer key and a matching answer sheet prints alongside the worksheet.
What age are subtraction worksheets for?
Roughly ages 5 to 9, from first small take-aways up to subtracting larger numbers. Set the range to match the child.