Check out this FREE "Basic Addition Skills" Trial Lesson for age 4-5!

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 children, typically aged 4-5, as they embark on their educational journey. These skills play a critical role in their overall cognitive development and future academic success. Firstly, mastering basic addition fosters number sense, allowing children to understand and work with numbers confidently. This sets the stage for more advanced mathematical concepts and problem-solving abilities later on.

For parents and teachers, emphasizing basic addition is crucial because it promotes logical thinking and reasoning. These skills are not only essential in math but also in everyday activities, such as counting objects, understanding time, and managing simple transactions. Encouraging children to practice addition strengthens their memory and concentration, enabling them to focus better in various learning scenarios.

Furthermore, early proficiency in addition boosts children's self-esteem and fosters a positive attitude toward learning. When children experience success and feel competent in their abilities, they are more likely to be motivated and engaged in their studies.

Lastly, basic addition skills lay the groundwork for a lifelong love of learning. When children see the relevance and fun in math, they become curious and enthusiastic learners. In summary, ensuring children develop strong basic addition skills sets a critical educational foundation, paving the way for future learning and everyday life skills.