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2nd Grade Subtraction Strategies — Task Cards

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    Updated:  03 Apr 2026

Practice using various strategies to solve 2-digit subtraction problems (with and without regrouping) with a set of task cards.

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    Editable:  Google Slides

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    Pages:  11 Pages

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    Grade:  2

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2nd Grade Subtraction Strategies — Task Cards

  • Updated

    Updated:  03 Apr 2026

Practice using various strategies to solve 2-digit subtraction problems (with and without regrouping) with a set of task cards.

  • Editable

    Editable:  Google Slides

  • Non-Editable

    Non-Editable:  PDF

  • Pages

    Pages:  11 Pages

  • Curriculum
  • Grade

    Grade:  2

Practice using various strategies to solve 2-digit subtraction problems (with and without regrouping) with a set of task cards.

Looking for Subtraction With and Without Regrouping Worksheets? Try Task Cards Instead!

There are multiple approaches to teaching your students the art of subtraction. With such a variety of strategies to choose from, you can present them all and help your students decide which one works best for them. With everyday practice, they can master the method that suits them the most.

This activity reviews mixed subtraction strategies, including:

  • base-10 blocks
  • place value disks
  • open number lines

Students will use the cards and various question types to help them practice different ways to subtract and regroup.

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This resource was created by Cassandra Friesen, a teacher in Colorado and a Teach Starter Collaborator.


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