Boost your students’ problem-solving skills with these 32 engaging three-step addition and subtraction word problem task cards within 10! Designed for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders, these task cards provide a fun and interactive way to practice multi-step word problems while reinforcing number sense and critical thinking.

Students will practice reading carefully, identifying key information, and solving problems step by step — all while working within a manageable number range of 0–10.

✏️ What’s Included:

32 Three-Step Addition & Subtraction Word Problem Task Cards (Within 10)
Student Recording Sheet
Print-and-go format

📚 Skills Covered:

Three-step word problems
Addition and subtraction within 10
Understanding change situations (add to, take from, compare)
Critical thinking and reasoning
Developing math vocabulary
Strengthening early elementary number sense


🎯 Perfect For:

Math centers
Small group instruction
Guided math sessions
Early finishers
RTI intervention
Homework
Test prep

These low-number, high-thinking problems help young learners build a solid foundation in addition and subtraction while developing multi-step problem-solving skills. The number range keeps calculations simple, letting students focus on understanding and reasoning.

Aligned with early elementary math standards emphasizing problem solving, mathematical reasoning, and fluency within 10, these task cards are a must-have resource for your classroom!