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Vertical Subtraction Worksheets — Grade 1

Vertical subtraction — column subtraction — stacks the numbers so children subtract the ones, then the tens, in neat columns. These free Grade 1 worksheets present every problem in the vertical format classrooms use to teach borrowing and place value.

SubjectMath
GradeGrade 1
SkillVertical Subtraction
FormatAuto-generated PDF + answer key

Create your Subtraction worksheet

Choose the options below and click 🔄 Regenerate for a brand-new set of problems — as many fresh worksheets as you like, no page reload. Then download the PDF or print it — with an answer key included.

Working in columns keeps digits aligned and builds the habit children use for all bigger subtraction. Generate a fresh sheet with one click, download the PDF, and print with the answer key.

Example vertical subtraction problems

Here are a few sample problems like the ones this worksheet generates (with answers). Click Regenerate above for a brand-new set every time.

  1. 6 − 3 = 3
  2. 6 − 1 = 5
  3. 9 − 2 = 7
  4. 4 − 1 = 3
  5. 3 − 1 = 2
  6. 5 − 1 = 4
  7. 2 − 1 = 1
  8. 6 − 1 = 5
  9. 8 − 5 = 3
  10. 8 − 3 = 5

How to use these worksheets

  • Already set to Vertical — click Regenerate for a new set.
  • Subtract the ones first, borrowing a ten if needed, then the tens.
  • Adjust digits for easier or harder numbers.
  • Download and print the PDF with its key.

Frequently asked questions

What is vertical subtraction?

Column subtraction: numbers are stacked and you subtract each place-value column from right to left.

How is it different from horizontal?

Horizontal writes problems in a line; vertical stacks them, making borrowing and place value clearer.

Free and unlimited?

Yes — generate, download and print as many as you like, no sign-up.

More Grade 1 subtraction worksheets

All subtraction options Single-Digit 2-Digit Horizontal No Regrouping Missing Number 2-Digit, No Regrouping

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