Mental Maths Strategies - Practice
About this worksheet
Free Year 2 mental subtraction worksheet. Missing numbers, two-step problems. Practice level for ages 6-7. Print-ready with answers.
About This Worksheet
This Year 2 Addition and Subtraction worksheet focuses on developing essential mental-strategies skills. Mastering these strategies is crucial for building a strong foundation in mathematics. The worksheet provides ample practice opportunities, allowing children to become more fluent and confident in their mental calculations. By encouraging the use of number bonds, partitioning, and other mental techniques, this worksheet helps children move beyond rote memorization and develop a deeper understanding of number relationships. This aligns with the National Curriculum for Year 2, which emphasizes the importance of mental calculation strategies for addition and subtraction. Developing strong mental maths skills not only improves performance in maths lessons but also has real-world applications. From calculating the cost of items in a shop to working out how much time is left before playtime, mental maths is a valuable life skill. This worksheet helps children build confidence in their ability to solve problems mentally, which can reduce maths anxiety and foster a positive attitude towards mathematics. Furthermore, the practice provided in this worksheet reinforces key concepts and helps to consolidate learning, ensuring that Year 2 students are well-prepared for more complex mathematical challenges in the future. Regular practice with this worksheet will improve their speed and accuracy in addition and subtraction, making them more efficient problem-solvers. This Year 2 Addition and Subtraction worksheet is an invaluable tool for developing essential mental-strategies skills.
Learning Objectives
- ✓Apply mental strategies to add and subtract one-digit and two-digit numbers.
- ✓Use number bonds to 10 and 20 to aid mental calculations.
- ✓Solve simple addition and subtraction problems mentally, explaining the strategy used.
💡 How to Use This Worksheet
This worksheet is designed to be used as a practice activity after introducing mental addition and subtraction strategies to Year 2 students. It can be used in class, as homework, or as a quick assessment tool. Before starting, ensure children are confident with number bonds to 10 and 20, and understand the concept of partitioning numbers. Differentiation: For students who need more support, provide concrete manipulatives like counters or number lines. Encourage them to verbalise their thinking process. For students who are ready for a challenge, ask them to create their own addition and subtraction problems using the same mental strategies. Common mistakes to watch for include forgetting to carry over or borrow, and misapplying number bonds. Extension ideas include playing mental maths games or using real-life scenarios to create word problems.
Skills Developed
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this worksheet suitable for?
This worksheet is specifically designed for Year 2 students, typically aged 6-7 years old, who are learning about addition and subtraction using mental strategies.
What skills does this worksheet help develop?
This worksheet helps develop mental addition and subtraction skills, the ability to apply number bonds, and problem-solving abilities.
How long does this worksheet take to complete?
This worksheet is estimated to take around 20 minutes to complete, depending on the child's individual pace and understanding.
Can I customize this worksheet?
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