Grade 3 Subtraction Worksheets
Free printable subtraction practice for Grade 3 students. Generate problems, solve them on screen or paper, and download as PDF.
What Your Child Will Learn
Grade 3 subtraction involves multi-digit numbers up to 1,000 with regrouping across multiple place values. Students refine the standard subtraction algorithm and learn to check their work using addition (the inverse operation).
Word problems require more reading comprehension and often include extra information that students must filter. Subtraction is also applied to measurement contexts, such as finding the difference in lengths or calculating elapsed time. Mental math strategies like 'subtract and adjust' (e.g., 500 − 298 = 500 − 300 + 2) are practised regularly.
Skills Covered
- Subtracting numbers to 1,000 with regrouping
- Standard subtraction algorithm
- Checking subtraction with addition
- Solving multi-step subtraction word problems
- Subtracting money amounts
- Mental math: subtract and adjust strategy
Curriculum Aligned: Aligned with Strand B (Number): subtracting whole numbers to 1,000 using the standard algorithm and mental strategies.
Parent Tip: Teach your child to check subtraction by adding the answer to the smaller number — if it equals the original number, the answer is correct.
What your child will practice
- Addition and Subtraction FactsRecall addition facts to 20 and related subtraction facts, and recall multiplication facts for 2, 5, and 10.
- Multi-digit SubtractionSubtract whole numbers with up to three digits, using a variety of strategies.
Free Practice Worksheets
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Build confidence with approachable problems
Solve each problem. Take your time.
- 1.Subtract 345 from 789.
- 2.What is 921 minus 503?
- 3.Find the difference: 650 - 237.
- 4.Calculate 812 - 476.
- 5.Subtract 198 from 531.
- 6.What is 700 minus 382?
Full range of grade expectations
Solve each problem. Show your work.
- 1.Calculate the difference: 567 - 234
- 2.Sarah had 45 stickers. She gave 18 stickers to her friend. How many stickers does Sarah have left?
- 3.Find the value of 732 - 485.
- 4.Compare the two numbers. Write '<' or '>'. 601 - 250 ______ 700 - 350
- 5.A baker made 250 cookies. He sold 175 cookies. How many cookies are left?
- 6.What is 900 minus 347?
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Create a Free AccountFrequently Asked Questions
Why does my child find subtraction harder than addition?
Subtraction is more abstract because it involves taking away or finding a difference. Using number lines, base-ten blocks, and real-world scenarios (like making change) helps build understanding.
What is subtraction with borrowing (regrouping)?
When the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit in a column, your child 'borrows' (regroups) from the next place value. This typically starts in Grade 2-3 and is mastered by Grade 4.
How can I help my child with subtraction at home?
Use everyday situations: counting change, measuring how much is left, and comparing quantities. Board games and card games that involve taking away are also great practice tools.