Missing Number Subtraction Worksheets — Grade 2
Missing-number subtraction asks children to find the number that completes a subtraction sentence, like 10 − ___ = 6. These free Grade 2 worksheets build strong number sense and show how addition and subtraction are linked.
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.
Solving for the missing number makes children think about part-whole relationships, not just compute. Generate unlimited problems, download the PDF with its key, and print for engaging practice.
Example missing number 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.
- 26 − ___ = 10 (___ = 16)
- 64 − ___ = 34 (___ = 30)
- 18 − ___ = 4 (___ = 14)
- 60 − ___ = 38 (___ = 22)
- 84 − ___ = 8 (___ = 76)
- 38 − ___ = 36 (___ = 2)
- 44 − ___ = 20 (___ = 24)
- 96 − ___ = 46 (___ = 50)
- 94 − ___ = 76 (___ = 18)
- 60 − ___ = 50 (___ = 10)
How to use these worksheets
- Pre-set to "Find the missing number" — click Regenerate for more.
- Ask: what was taken away to get this answer?
- Encourage counting up or using known facts.
- Download and print the PDF with answer key.
Frequently asked questions
What is a missing-number problem?
A subtraction sentence with a blank to fill, such as 9 − ___ = 4.
Why practise these?
They build number sense and show the link between addition and subtraction.
Free to print?
Yes — free, unlimited, no sign-up.