MathK-2
Two-Step Word Problems: Addition and Subtraction
By Donna O.
This 1-page worksheet helps 2nd graders practice solving two-step word problems involving addition and subtraction within 20. It specifically focuses on using the beginning-change-end strategy to find unknowns in any position.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this worksheet as a collaborative station activity for students to practice solving word problems.
- Discussion question: How does the beginning-change-end strategy help you visualize and solve these problems?
- For struggling readers, model the strategy with a think-aloud and provide sentence frames for explaining their thinking.
- Advanced learners can create their own two-step word problems using the strategy.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.
MathK-2
Two-Step Word Problems: Addition and Subtraction
By Donna O.
This 1-page worksheet helps 2nd graders practice solving two-step word problems involving addition and subtraction within 20. It specifically focuses on using the beginning-change-end strategy to find unknowns in any position.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this worksheet as a collaborative station activity for students to practice solving word problems.
- Discussion question: How does the beginning-change-end strategy help you visualize and solve these problems?
- For struggling readers, model the strategy with a think-aloud and provide sentence frames for explaining their thinking.
- Advanced learners can create their own two-step word problems using the strategy.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.