Five-Digit Zero Problems

This adventure-themed worksheet uses real-world subtraction problems involving 5-digit numbers with zeros that require borrowing. Students read each word problem, interpret the situation, and then compute the subtraction equation beneath it. The problems build both operational fluency and applied problem-solving skills. Learners strengthen their ability to decode multi-step scenarios and demonstrate mathematical reasoning. The thematic context keeps students engaged while reinforcing place value concepts and regrouping across zeros. This worksheet is excellent for integrating computation with real-world application.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Mathematics – Problem Solving: Apply multi-digit subtraction to real contexts

Mathematics – Base Ten Operations: Regrouping across zeros

Mathematics – Word Problem Analysis: Interpretation and equation modeling

Mathematics – Mathematical Practices: Reason and explain thinking

This worksheet is part of our Subtracting Across Zeros Worksheets collection.