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

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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 20
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 20
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 20
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 60
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 60
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 60
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 70
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 70
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 70
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 53
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 53
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 53
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 31
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 31
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 31
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 37
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 37
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 37
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 67
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 67
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 67
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Dot to Dot Numbers Printables
Dot to Dot Numbers Printables

Birthday Counting Connect Dots Worksheet

Help your child count to ten and draw curved lines with this birthday cake dot to dot! Practice numeracy and problem solving skills, and enjoy the fun of creating a picture. Then, use it as a reminder for your child’s birthday and learn about the days and months of the year.
Birthday Counting Connect Dots Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 65
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 65
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 65
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 15
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 15
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 15
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 42
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 42
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 42
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 54
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 54
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 54
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 76
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 76
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 76
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 33
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 33
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 33
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 43
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 43
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 43
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 47
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 47
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 47
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 17
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 45
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 45
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 45
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 63
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 63
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 63
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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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Teaching basic addition skills to 3-year-olds is essential for several reasons. First, early math skills lay a strong foundation for a child’s future academic success. Introducing basic addition in a fun and engaging manner helps children develop number sense and fosters a positive attitude toward learning. When children begin to understand simple addition, they also enhance their problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

Moreover, engaging in basic addition activities cultivates essential cognitive and social-emotional skills. It encourages children to think logically, compare quantities, and make connections between numbers, promoting their overall cognitive development. Activities like counting objects, using fingers, or incorporating play with toys and games can make learning enjoyable.

Also, focusing on these skills helps build a strong parent-teacher partnership. Parents who engage with their children in early math activities can reinforce what is being taught in preschool, creating a consistent learning environment.

Sharing these learning experiences can foster a love for math that persists through later years. By prioritizing basic addition skills, parents and teachers not only prepare children for academic challenges but also enrich their daily activities and interactions, ultimately enhancing their overall development.