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Free Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2

Real-life problems that require choosing between addition and subtraction. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 4 worksheet has 8 questions and comes with a full answer sheet showing the working for every question.

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Year
Year 4
Subject
Mathematics
Topic
Problem Solving & Word Problems
Difficulty
Level 2 · Standard
Estimated time
20 minutes
Curriculum
New Zealand Curriculum
Questions
8
Answers
Included, with working
Format
PDF (A4) + print

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.

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Completed: Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2

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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 2 · standard; an easier 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?

No. Click Download Free PDF and it opens immediately. It is free for personal, classroom and homeschool use.

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Try Year 4 Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1.

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Success TutoringWorksheetsYear 4 · Mathematics · Problem Solving & Word Problems

Year 4 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2

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

1.Ruby collected 120 cards on Monday and 21 cards on Tuesday. How many cards did Ruby collect altogether?
2.Lucas has 156 books. Ava gives Lucas 57 more. How many books does Lucas have now?
3.Ruby has 154 shells and Ethan has 19 shells. How many more shells does Ruby have than Ethan?
4.Zoe has 109 stamps and Max has 101 stamps. How many more stamps does Zoe have than Max?
5.Archie has 167 cards and Ruby has 80 cards. How many more cards does Archie have than Ruby?
6.Grace has 76 shells. Jack gives Grace 66 more. How many shells does Grace have now?
7.Ethan has 159 stickers. Archie gives Ethan 109 more. How many stickers does Ethan have now?
8.Liam has 223 stickers. Jack gives Liam 124 more. How many stickers does Liam have now?
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  • Worksheet

    Year 4 Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1

    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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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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