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Free 4th Grade Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2

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

Need more practice? Practice Set 2 · Practice Set 3 · Practice Set 4 — same skill, fresh questions, full answers.

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Grade
4th Grade
Subject
Math
Topic
Problem Solving & Word Problems
Difficulty
Level 2 · Standard
Estimated time
20 minutes
Curriculum
Texas grade levels (TEKS)
Questions
8
Answers
Included, with working
Format
PDF (A4), print or complete online

Students will practice

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

Curriculum: Texas grade levels (TEKS). We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.

What's next?

Completed: 4th Grade 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?

4th Grade students (typically ages 9–10) working on problem solving & word problems. It is pitched at level 2 · standard; an easier version and a harder version are 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.

What should we do next?

Try 4th Grade Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 3.

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Success TutoringWorksheets4th Grade · Mathematics · Problem Solving & Word Problems

4th Grade Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2

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Date

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

1.Archie collected 182 books on Monday and 67 books on Tuesday. How many books did Archie collect altogether?
2.Mason has 202 books. Cooper gives Mason 44 more. How many books does Mason have now?
3.Zoe had 122 blocks and gave 122 to Hunter. How many blocks does Zoe have left?
4.Sienna has 107 cards. Oliver gives Sienna 5 more. How many cards does Sienna have now?
5.Isla has 85 shells and Oliver has 102 shells. How many more shells does Oliver have than Isla?
6.Layla has 81 apples. Liam gives Layla 63 more. How many apples does Layla have now?
7.Archie had 130 stickers and gave 118 to Mia. How many stickers does Archie have left?
8.Noah had 250 books and gave 77 to Chloe. How many books does Noah have left?
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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
Generated by checked procedures

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