Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers

Subtract Two 2-Digit Numbers – Differentiated Worksheets (Year 2)

These differentiated worksheets (4–6 levels each LG) support Year 2 learners in subtracting two 2-digit numbers, both with and without crossing 10.

Learning Goal A – Subtract two 2-digit numbers (not across a 10)
(White Rose Maths | Autumn Term | Block 2 | Step 17)

• Builds on prior addition and subtraction learning from earlier in the block.
• Focuses on subtracting tens and ones without the need for exchanging.
• Levels 1–4 progress from visual and concrete to abstract:

1. Using base-ten visuals to cross out and find the answer.
2. Counting, writing the starting number, crossing out, and recording the result.
3. Using base-ten representations and part-whole models to support understanding.
4. Extension: Applying part-whole and bar models to reason and problem-solve.

Learning Goal B – Subtract two 2-digit numbers (across a 10)
(White Rose Maths | Autumn Term | Block 2 | Step 18)

• Supports children in exchanging one ten for ten ones.
• Encourages visualisation and reasoning when crossing into the next ten.
• Levels 1–6 gradually increase challenge and independence:

1. Tens frames for crossing into the next ten.
2. Counting strategies with larger numbers and subtractions.
3. Subtractions with greater ones values requiring exchange.
4. Using part-whole and bar models for structured reasoning.
5. Identify and solve calculations shown with base-ten representations.
6. Extension: True or false challenges using base-ten exchanges to check accuracy.

Why teachers will love this resource:
✔ 4–6 levels of differentiation to support and challenge all learners
✔ Clear visual scaffolds that gradually fade for independence
✔ Directly aligned to White Rose Maths Year 2 | Autumn Term | Block 2 (Steps 17–18)
✔ Answer sheets

Related Year 2 Maths Resources (White Rose Steps):
Step 9 – Add Ones Across a Ten Worksheets (Y2)
Step 10 – Subtract Ones Across a Ten – Differentiated Worksheets
Step 12 – Subtract a 1-Digit Number from a 2-Digit Number (Crossing 10)
Steps 13 & 14 – 10 More, 10 Less / Add and Subtract 10s (Combined Resource)
Steps 15 & 16 – Add Two 2-Digit Numbers (With & Without Crossing 10)