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Unlock your child's potential with our Problem-Solving Math Worksheets for Ages 3-8. These engaging activities from Kids Academy foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love for math. Designed to cater to young learners, our printable worksheets feature fun characters and relatable scenarios that make problem-solving interactive and enjoyable. By encouraging children to explore various math concepts, we help build a strong foundation for their future academic success. Whether working on basic addition or complex patterns, our comprehensive collection ensures each child progresses at their own pace. Empower your child with essential problem-solving skills today!


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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 53
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Peter Pan Worksheet Preview
Peter Pan Worksheet Preview

Peter Pan Worksheet

Kindergarteners can join Peter Pan on an adventure to Neverland! They can help him by coloring squares to create a path, strengthening their shape identification skills in a fun maze. Let the journey begin!
Peter Pan Worksheet
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Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet
Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet

Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet

Help our little engineers assist the engineer in making a decision! They will solve the equations using greater than, less than, and equal to, and then decide the best solution for the problem using the pros and cons of each.
Engineering a Solution: Comparing Pros and Cons Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
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Basketball Addition Worksheet
Basketball Addition Worksheet

Basketball Addition Worksheet

Basketball Addition Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000: Page 17
Adding up to 1000: Page 17

Adding up to 1000: Page 17

Adding up to 1000: Page 17
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 44
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 44
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 44
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Eagle Subtraction Worksheet
Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Eagle Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kids become math experts! Through practice and adult guidance, even addition and subtraction can seem simple. Show them how with this worksheet - get them to trace the dotted lines to connect each word problem to the correct picture and solve the number sentence with some eagles!
Eagle Subtraction Worksheet
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Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet
Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet

Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet

Kids love chocolates! Gauge how enthused your kids get when you mention them. This worksheet is a fun exercise about chocolates - get your kids to check the correct number sentences and totals for each chocolate bar. Reward their hard work with some chocolates - extra incentive for a job well done!
Adding with Arrays: Chocolate Bars Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 72
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 72
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 72
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Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 3
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 3
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 3
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Number Stories One More - Assessment 1 Worksheet Preview
Number Stories One More - Assessment 1 Worksheet Preview

Number Stories One More – Assessment 1 Worksheet

Does your child need a fun way to practice distinguishing between different groups of numbers? This free PDF worksheet will have them circle the group that has one more. With its colorful nature drawings, it's an attractive activity that visual learners will enjoy!
Number Stories One More – Assessment 1 Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 16
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 17
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Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet

Test your child's wildlife knowledge. Ask them to name animals indigenous to Australia or other countries. Show them the animals in this worksheet and have them match each word problem and picture with the correct number sentence.
Australian Animal Subtraction Worksheet
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Addition Quest Worksheet: Part 2
Addition Quest Worksheet: Part 2

Addition Quest Worksheet: Part 2

Does your child or student struggle with math? Help them conquer their fears with this fun matching worksheet! It can help them learn to count and add numbers confidently. This colourful printout is sure to make math learning enjoyable, so they can easily work through the numbers and add up results with ease.
Addition Quest Worksheet: Part 2
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 76
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 76
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 76
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Adding up to 50: Page 9
Adding up to 50: Page 9

Adding up to 50: Page 9

Adding up to 50: Page 9
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 14
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 14
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 14
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Find the Rule Worksheet
Find the Rule Worksheet

Find the Rule Worksheet

A function machine is an elementary math tool used to find an output by applying a rule, like addition or subtraction, to an input. Children use the diagram to understand the relationship between each input and output, with this worksheet helping them to analyze the machine and find the rule being used.
Find the Rule Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 16
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 22
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 22
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 22
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 56
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A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet
A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet

A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet

Kids can enjoy helping 10 little monkeys get to bed in this fun worksheet! They'll draw a line through all the pictures that show 10 to help the monkeys get back to their bed. Monkeys are an animal loved by many, from pet monkeys to zoo visits, and kids will adore this worksheet.
A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet
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Problem-solving in math for ages 3-8 lays the foundation for essential life skills that parents and teachers should prioritize. At this tender age, children are natural explorers and thinkers, brimming with curiosity. Introducing them to problem-solving in math hones their critical thinking and reasoning abilities. These skills are not just academic but vital for making logical decisions and handling day-to-day challenges effectively.

Engaging young children in problem-solving nurtures their perseverance and resilience. When faced with a problem, they learn to try different strategies rather than give up, fostering a growth mindset. Furthermore, problem-solving activities often require collaboration, promoting social skills. Kids learn to communicate their ideas, listen to others, and work as a team.

Early exposure to math problem-solving helps diminish math anxiety, a common issue encountered later in scholastic life. It makes math fun and relevant, marking it not as a set of abstract concepts but as a useful, engaging tool. Moreover, proficiency in early math skills is strongly linked to later academic achievement, not just in mathematics but across diverse subjects. Thus, integrating problem-solving math activities into early education supports holistic development, making children better equipped for future academic, social, and personal success.