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Free Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1 — Practice Set 4

Practice Set 4 for Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1: the same skill and level with a fresh set of questions and a full answer sheet.

More practice: Set 1 · Practice Set 2 · Practice Set 3 — same skill, fresh questions, full answers.

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Year
Year 4
Subject
Maths
Topic
Problem Solving & Word Problems
Difficulty
Level 1 · Easier
Estimated time
20 minutes
Curriculum
New Zealand Curriculum
Questions
8
Answers
Included, with working
Format
PDF (A4), print or complete online

Students will practise

  • choosing the correct operation
  • solving addition and subtraction word problems
  • showing working

Curriculum: New Zealand Curriculum. We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.

What's next?

Completed: Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1 — Practice Set 4

  1. 1Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2
  2. 2Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 3
  3. 3Year 4 Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1
  4. 4Year 4 Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2

How to use this worksheet

  1. Print the PDF or complete it on screen. Write the student's name and date at the top.
  2. Read the instructions for each part together before starting. Encourage working to be shown, not just answers.
  3. Mark with the answer sheet. Compare the method, not only the final answer, and give credit for correct working.
  4. Record the score, celebrate what went well, then follow the "What's next" suggestion.

Common questions

Who is this worksheet for?

Year 4 students (typically ages 8–9) working on problem solving & word problems. It is pitched at level 1 · easier; a harder version is linked above.

Are the answers included?

Yes. The PDF includes a full answer sheet with the working for every question. You can also view the answers online.

How long does it take?

About 20 minutes for 8 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.

Do I need to sign up to download?

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Try Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2.

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Success TutoringWorksheetsYear 4 · Mathematics · Problem Solving & Word Problems

Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1 — Practice Set 4

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Date

Score /

Read each problem carefully. Decide whether to add or subtract, show your working and write the answer with units.

1.Olivia had 15 stamps and gave 8 to Noah. How many stamps does Olivia have left?
2.Aisha has 15 stamps. Chloe gives Aisha 6 more. How many stamps does Aisha have now?
3.Priya had 5 blocks and gave 5 to Hunter. How many blocks does Priya have left?
4.Hunter has 19 cards. Amelia gives Hunter 1 more. How many cards does Hunter have now?
5.Archie has 7 stickers and Olivia has 3 stickers. How many more stickers does Archie have than Olivia?
6.Jack has 5 shells and Liam has 9 shells. How many more shells does Liam have than Jack?
7.Tom has 19 cards and Cooper has 2 cards. How many more cards does Tom have than Cooper?
8.Max has 12 cards. Olivia gives Max 2 more. How many cards does Max have now?
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    Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1

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    Difficulty
    Level 1 · Easier
    Time
    20 min
    Questions
    8 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
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    Real-life problems that require choosing between addition and subtraction. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 4…

    Difficulty
    Level 2 · Standard
    Time
    20 min
    Questions
    8 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
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    Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 3

    Real-life problems that require choosing between addition and subtraction. A challenge set for students ready to stretch further. This…

    Difficulty
    Level 3 · Challenge
    Time
    20 min
    Questions
    8 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
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    Everyday problems involving equal groups, sharing and arrays. Builds confidence with the core skill before adding complexity. This Year 4…

    Difficulty
    Level 1 · Easier
    Time
    20 min
    Questions
    8 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
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    Year 4 Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2

    Everyday problems involving equal groups, sharing and arrays. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 4 worksheet has 8…

    Difficulty
    Level 2 · Standard
    Time
    20 min
    Questions
    8 questions
    Answers
    Answers included
  • Worksheet

    Year 4 Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 3

    Everyday problems involving equal groups, sharing and arrays. A challenge set for students ready to stretch further. This Year 4 worksheet…

    Difficulty
    Level 3 · Challenge
    Time
    20 min
    Questions
    8 questions
    Answers
    Answers included

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About this resource

Created by
Success Tutoring Maths Team
Reviewed by
Success Tutoring
Last reviewed
1 October 2026
How it was made
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