Grade 1 and 2 Word Problems: Two-Step Addition and Subtraction

This worksheet turns math into a mini adventure, asking kids to solve word problems in two steps—just like detectives cracking a case! Students get to practice both addition and subtraction as they figure out how many balloons Aria has left or how many pencils Jake owns after some trading and popping action. It’s a great way to build problem-solving muscles and help kids see how math pops up in real-life stories. Perfect for anyone who likes their math with a side of imagination.

(1 page, file size 0.4 MB)