Discover engaging and educational "Basic Arithmetic Addition & Subtraction Worksheets" designed especially for children aged 3-5. These carefully crafted worksheets from Kids Academy provide young learners with a fun, interactive way to develop essential math skills. Featuring colorful illustrations and simple problems, these resources are perfect for introducing basic arithmetic concepts such as addition and subtraction. Each worksheet reinforces learning through practice, helping children build confidence and a solid foundation for future math success. Ideal for parents and educators, these printable worksheets make learning math enjoyable and accessible. Visit the Kids Academy site to enhance your child’s early math experience.


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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 3
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 3

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 3

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 3
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Math: Two And Three Addition PDF Worksheet
Math: Two And Three Addition PDF Worksheet

Two And Three Addition Worksheet

Give your children the task and let them find the path to the right answer while they make their way through the maze, and don't forget to let them trace the path.
Two And Three Addition Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 26
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 26
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 26
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Counting Spider Eyes Worksheet
Counting Spider Eyes Worksheet

Counting Spider Eyes Worksheet

Did you know different spiders have different eye numbers? Kids will love learning this fact and solving the spider word problems on this free worksheet! Word problems promote a deeper understanding of the concept, plus they get to add up the spiders’ eyes while solving addition problems with more than one addend. Fun and math all in one!
Counting Spider Eyes Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 72
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 72
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 72
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 59
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 59
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 59
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 29
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 29
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Garage Sale - More yhan Worksheet
Garage Sale - More yhan Worksheet

Garage Sale - More yhan Worksheet

The whole family can join in on the fun with this free worksheet! It helps kids practice math word problems while assisting their friends with a garage sale. Kids learn to identify "More Than" key words and pick the right equation, improving their order of operations skills. Download the PDF and get started!
Garage Sale - More yhan Worksheet
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Help the Warthog Count the Grubs Worksheet
Help the Warthog Count the Grubs Worksheet

Help the Warthog Count the Grubs Worksheet

Test your kids' knowledge of wild animals. Ask them to name some they know, then have them identify the animals on this worksheet. If they can't, take the time to tell them the names. Finally, trace the warthog's path through the maze by solving the equations and going through paths that make 15.
Help the Warthog Count the Grubs Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 74
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 74
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 74
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 77
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 77
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 77
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 14
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 14
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 14
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Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet
Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet

Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet

Old MacDonald needs help counting his animals! Give your little math whiz a fun challenge with a free PDF worksheet. They'll love counting the animals and doing basic addition with two or three addends. Who knew math could be so much fun on the farm?
Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 39
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 39
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 39
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Magic Fives Worksheet
Magic Fives Worksheet

Magic Fives Worksheet

Help your students identify the objects & people in the worksheet. Point to the equation 5 -4 in the center, then get them to count the items and trace a line connecting those that add up to 5 - 4.
Magic Fives Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 46
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 46
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 46
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 15
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 15
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 15
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 1
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 1
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 1
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Math: Eight And Three Subtraction PDF Worksheet
Math: Eight And Three Subtraction PDF Worksheet

Eight And Three Subtraction Worksheet

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Eight And Three Subtraction Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 4
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 20
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 20
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 20
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 64
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 64
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 64
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 62
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 62
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 62
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Parents and teachers should prioritize basic arithmetic addition and subtraction for ages 3-5 because these skills lay the essential groundwork for future academic success and everyday problem-solving abilities. Early mastery of these fundamental concepts nurtures cognitive development by enhancing logical thinking, numerical understanding, and memory. Engaging young children in arithmetic activities such as counting objects, simple games, or story-based problems fosters an environment that makes learning enjoyable and effective.

These early experiences with numbers help children develop confidence in their abilities and encourage them to approach more complex mathematical concepts with ease as they progress in school. Additionally, arithmetic skills are pervasive in daily life—from understanding time and managing money to measuring ingredients in a recipe. By instilling these basics at an early age, children are better prepared to navigate real-world situations competently.

Early arithmetic also improves concentration and enhances spatial-temporal reasoning, which is critical for the development of higher-order mathematical skills like geometry and algebra. Therefore, whether at home or in a classroom setting, focusing on addition and subtraction in early childhood equips kids with vital skills that serve as building blocks for a lifetime of numerical literacy and academic achievement.