Check out this FREE "Basic Addition Skills" Trial Lesson for age 3-5!

Writing Number Sentences for Addition Story Problems

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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 3
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 3
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 3
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Addition at the Zoo Worksheet
Addition at the Zoo Worksheet

Addition at the Zoo Worksheet

Visit the zoo with your kids and point out all the different animals. Ask them to name their favorites and identify animals on a worksheet. Challenge them to solve word problems related to the pictures. Ask them for the equation that fits the picture and check the answer.
Addition at the Zoo Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 64
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 64
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 64
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 35
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 35
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 35
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 58
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 58
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 58
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 28
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 28
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 28
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 49
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 49
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 49
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 30
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 30
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 30
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 69
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 69
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 69
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 17
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 68
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 68
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 68
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 30
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 30
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 30
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What Makes 19? Worksheet
What Makes 19? Worksheet

What Makes 19? Worksheet

As a parent, it's your responsibility to help your kids learn. Put on the teacher hat and use this worksheet to teach them addition tricks. Help them count and add the objects, trace a line between the numbers that make 19, and take their learning a step further.
What Makes 19? Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 20
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 20
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 20
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 29
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 33
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 33
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 33
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 57
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 57
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 57
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Build up to 13 Worksheet
Build up to 13 Worksheet

Build up to 13 Worksheet

Help your kids master addition and subtraction with this worksheet! It'll help clear up any confusion they may have with adding different numbers. Have them add up the simple equations and mark the group of bricks that makes 13. It's a great way for them to get familiar with the basics.
Build up to 13 Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 54
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 54
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 54
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 60
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 60
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 60
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 67
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 67
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 67
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 45
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 45
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 45
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 37
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 37
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 37
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 69
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 69
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 69
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Basic addition skills are foundational for young learners aged 3-5, and both parents and teachers should prioritize them for several reasons. First, mastering addition promotes early math literacy, setting the stage for future mathematical concepts and problem-solving. At this age, children develop cognitive skills rapidly, and engaging them in simple addition activities fosters their critical thinking and reasoning abilities.

Additionally, learning basic addition builds confidence. When young children grasp simple math concepts, they feel a sense of achievement that motivates them to explore more challenging tasks. This positive reinforcement boosts their self-esteem and creates a positive attitude towards learning.

Moreover, basic addition skills enhance a child's ability to understand everyday situations, such as sharing toys or counting snacks, making math relevant and fun in daily life. Engaging in playful and interactive activities with numbers, like using blocks or songs, enriches their social skills and promotes family bonding through shared learning experiences.

Ultimately, equipping children with these fundamental skills at an early age lays a strong educational groundwork that supports lifelong learning, critical thinking, and adaptability in an increasingly complex world. Therefore, the involvement of both parents and teachers is essential to nurturing these skills in early childhood.