Year 2 Mixed Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheets

➕➖ Help children decide whether they need to add or take away!

Build confidence with one-step word problems using this engaging set of Year 2 addition and subtraction worksheets. Children read each problem, identify the correct operation and use the generous working space to find the answer.

The worksheets become progressively more challenging, making the set ideal for differentiated learning, independent practice and revision.

📚 What’s included?

• 3 printable student worksheets

• 3 matching answer sheets

• 24 one-step word problems

• Mixed addition and subtraction questions

• Progressively more challenging number ranges

• Space for children to show their working

• Answers written with the correct units

• QR code linking to a helpful instructional video

• Clear, child-friendly A4 layout

• 6 PDF pages in total

🎯 Skills covered

• Identifying whether to add or subtract

• Solving one-step word problems

• Understanding mathematical vocabulary

• Addition and subtraction within 30

• Applying number knowledge in everyday situations

• Showing mathematical working

• Checking whether an answer makes sense

• Developing reasoning and problem-solving confidence

🌟 Perfect for

• Year 2 maths lessons

• Addition and subtraction units

• Independent classroom work

• Maths groups and rotations

• Morning work

• Homework

• Early finishers

• Revision and assessment

• Homeschool learning

• Tutoring sessions

• Relief teacher lesson plans

🇦🇺 Australian classrooms and NAPLAN preparation

This resource supports the early numeracy, reading and problem-solving skills children need before beginning Year 3 NAPLAN numeracy. Children practise interpreting written questions, selecting the correct operation and recording complete answers.

🇬🇧 UK classrooms and SATs-style practice

The worksheets are also suitable for Year 2 and Key Stage 1 learners. They provide useful practice for the arithmetic and mathematical reasoning skills found in optional KS1 maths assessments, often referred to as SATs.

🇺🇸 US classrooms

The activities are also suitable for Grade 1 and Grade 2 students practising mixed addition and subtraction word problems.

💡 Why teachers and parents will love this set

The consistent layout helps children focus on the maths rather than learning new instructions on every page. Clear wording, familiar situations and plenty of working space make the worksheets accessible, while the increasing number difficulty provides a natural progression.

The matching answer sheets make marking quick and simple.

🖨️ Easy to use

Download the PDF, print the pages you need and begin. The worksheets can be printed in colour or black and white. They may also be placed inside reusable sleeves for repeated practice.

Please note: This is an independent educational resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by ACARA, NAPLAN or the UK Standards and Testing Agency.