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Browse our collection of addition and subtraction word problems with answer pages. These resources help teach real world examples of when we use addition and subtraction, and the key words that indicate addition and subtraction. Encourage students to highlight the important information in each word problem, including key words and figures. Addition key words include: ‘more’, ‘in all’, ‘total’, ‘altogether’. Subtraction key words include: ‘less’, ‘difference’, ‘minus’, ‘remain’. Learn different strategies to help solve word problems.

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