Subtraction Word Problems for First Grade Math

This worksheet turns everyday stories—like baking pies or counting penguins—into fun subtraction challenges. Kids get to flex their math muscles by reading word problems and figuring out how many apples, rabbits, or jars are left. It’s a great way to help young learners connect math to real life and build problem-solving confidence. Perfect for a quick brain warm-up or a splash of math practice that doesn’t feel like a chore.

(1 page, file size 0.1 MB)