Integer Addition and Subtraction

When you learn to add and subtract integers, you’re building a powerful foundation for all future math topics. This worksheet guides you through understanding how positive and negative numbers interact so you can solve problems clearly and confidently. As you practice, you’ll see how simple rules help you make sense of gains, losses, increases, and decreases.

You’ll begin with addition problems that help you visualize movement on a number line. You’ll learn how adding a positive number moves you forward, while adding a negative number moves you backward. This understanding helps you think more deeply about what each integer represents and how different values affect the result.

As you continue, you’ll work with subtraction problems involving both positive and negative integers. You’ll explore how subtracting a positive number creates a decrease, while subtracting a negative number actually adds value. These patterns help you reason through problems and choose the correct operation with confidence.