Addition and Subtraction Word Problems - Worksheet 1 - 3rd Grade

Easy

Practice addition and subtraction word problems with printable questions and separate worked answer keys.

easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.

10 problems · 20-30 minutes · Skills: addition, subtraction, problem solving

About This Worksheet

This easy-level worksheet contains 10 problems designed for 3rd Grade students practicing addition and subtraction word problems. Easy worksheets use simpler numbers and straightforward problem types to build confidence and reinforce foundational skills.

Read place values and recall basic addition, subtraction and multiplication facts.

  • Practice addition and subtraction word problems with printable questions and separate worked answer keys.
  • Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.

How to Solve: Worked Example

Example Problem: A library has 463 books and receives 762 more. How many books does it have now?
Solution Steps:
  1. Align ones, tens and hundreds; work from right to left.
  2. 463 + 762 = 1225.
Answer: 1225
Tip: Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
1
A library has 312 books and receives 432 more. How many books does it have now?
2
A library has 734 books. Students borrow 553. How many remain?
3
A library has 145 books and receives 432 more. How many books does it have now?
4
A library has 797 books. Students borrow 600. How many remain?
5
A library has 114 books and receives 675 more. How many books does it have now?
6
A library has 480 books. Students borrow 325. How many remain?
7
A library has 631 books and receives 853 more. How many books does it have now?
8
A library has 982 books. Students borrow 311. How many remain?
9
A library has 874 books and receives 394 more. How many books does it have now?
10
A library has 714 books. Students borrow 578. How many remain?

Answer Key

1. 7442. 1813. 5774. 1975. 7896. 1557. 14848. 6719. 126810. 136

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This worksheet focuses on addition, subtraction, problem solving. It is designed for 3rd Grade students and provides structured practice through varied problem types with a worked example to guide students before they begin.

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This worksheet contains 10 problems. It typically takes 20-30 minutes to complete. An answer key with all solutions is included so parents and teachers can check work quickly.