teaching resource

Adding and Subtracting Word Problems Interactive Task Cards

  • Updated

    Updated:  21 May 2025

Engage your students with this interactive adding and subtracting word problems activity that features a variety of problem types.

  • Editable

    Editable:  PowerPoint, Google Slides

  • Pages

    Pages:  1 Page

  • Curriculum
  • Grades

    Grades:  1 - 2

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teaching resource

Adding and Subtracting Word Problems Interactive Task Cards

  • Updated

    Updated:  21 May 2025

Engage your students with this interactive adding and subtracting word problems activity that features a variety of problem types.

  • Editable

    Editable:  PowerPoint, Google Slides

  • Pages

    Pages:  1 Page

  • Curriculum
  • Grades

    Grades:  1 - 2

Engage your students with this interactive adding and subtracting word problems activity that features a variety of problem types.

Win Big with Our Adding and Subtracting Word Problems Interactive Task Cards Activity!

Step right up to a fun and engaging way to practice math skills with this circus and carnival-themed adding and subtracting word problems interactive activity! Perfect for reinforcing addition and subtraction skills, this self-checking activity brings the excitement of the big top to your classroom or digital learning environment. With colorful visuals and instant feedback, students stay motivated while building essential math fluency. Each interactive task card presents a themed word problem designed to keep learners entertained and focused. 

Problem types included in this adding and subtracting word problems activity:

  • Choosing the correct answer to a simple one or two-digit addition or subtraction word problem
  • Solving addition or subtraction word problems involving money
  • Selecting the expression that best models the given situation
  • Choosing the picture model that accurately represents the word problem

Bring the carnival to your classroom and watch your students’ math confidence soar!

Using These Addition or Subtraction Word Problems Interactive Task Cards in the Classroom

These addition or subtraction word problems interactive task cards are easy to download and use. Here’s a quick-start guide to get your students learning!

  1. Download this resource in the file format of your choice.
  2. Assign the file to your students in Google Classroom or supply them with the link.
  3. Tell students to put the presentation in “slideshow” mode. 
  4. Students can now independently complete the activity by clicking the correct answers on the screen.

These adding and subtracting word problems interactive task cards are great for independent practice, math centers, small groups, partner work, or even as part of whole-group instruction.

Download This Mixed Word Problems Addition and Subtraction Activity

This mixed word problems addition and subtraction activity comes in both Google Slides and PDF formats. Grab your copy by clicking the drop-down arrow on the download button and choosing the version that works best for you.


This resource was created by Kendall Britnell, a teacher from Colorado and a Teach Starter collaborator.


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