Subtract Within 0-10 — Grade 1
Practice subtracting numbers within 0-10 with free printable worksheets. Build fluency with single-digit subtraction for first graders.
Subtracting within 0-10 is a foundational skill that helps first graders develop number sense and mental math abilities. These worksheets focus on single-digit subtraction problems where students learn to find differences between numbers from 0 to 10.
When teaching subtraction within 10, start with concrete manipulatives before moving to abstract problems. Have students use counters, blocks, or drawings to physically remove items. This hands-on approach helps build understanding before transitioning to mental math strategies.
Subtraction Within 0-10 Worksheets
Practice subtracting single-digit numbers with visual support and answer keys.
Teaching Overview
When introducing subtraction within 10, begin with concrete examples. Use counters or blocks to show physically removing items. For example, start with 9 blocks, remove 4, and count what remains. This concrete experience helps students understand subtraction as "taking away."
Next, introduce number lines to visualize subtraction. Show how starting at 9 and moving back 4 spaces lands on 5. Practice this repeatedly with different number combinations within 10.
As students become comfortable, introduce mental strategies. Teach them to relate subtraction to addition: if they know 4 + 5 = 9, then 9 - 4 = 5. This connection helps build number sense and mathematical fluency.
Finally, encourage students to check their answers by adding the difference to the subtrahend. This self-checking habit builds confidence and reinforces the relationship between addition and subtraction.