Introduce your 4-5-year-olds to the world of numbers with our engaging Basic Arithmetic Practice Addition & Subtraction Worksheets! Designed specifically for early learners, these worksheets from Kids Academy make mastering basic math fun and interactive. Through entertaining exercises, children will practice essential skills like addition and subtraction while enhancing their problem-solving abilities. Each worksheet is crafted to build a strong numerical foundation, ensuring your child gains confidence in their math abilities. Ideal for both at-home practice and classroom use, our worksheets support early learning and prepare kids for future academic success. Start boosting your child's math skills today!


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Plant the Seeds Addition Worksheet
Plant the Seeds Addition Worksheet

Plant the Seeds Addition Worksheet

This worksheet combines math and learning about plants. Ask kids to name their favorite plants and which ones they see the most. Have them trace a line to all pictures in the middle which show the equation 5+4. Enjoy the beauty of plants while introducing math skills!
Plant the Seeds Addition Worksheet
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Making Bracelets to Sell Worksheet
Making Bracelets to Sell Worksheet

Making Bracelets to Sell Worksheet

Got kids who love crafting? This worksheet will be right up their alley! Let them use their creative and problem-solving skills to check equations and decide the correct total. It's just like making beads into a bracelet but on paper! Print out this downloadable PDF and get ready for a fun craft session.
Making Bracelets to Sell Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 12
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 12
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 12
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Second Grade Math Worksheets
Second Grade Math Worksheets

Addition: Space Math Worksheet

Fun and engaging space-themed practice with vivid pictures and matching numbers will make learning more meaningful. Take their math skills out of this galaxy today with Kids Academy!
Addition: Space Math Worksheet
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Add up the Pennies Worksheet
Add up the Pennies Worksheet

Add up the Pennies Worksheet

Help your kids ace their math skills with this simple worksheet! You can guide them to use their fingers to add numbers and then check the box above the correct answer. With practice and your support, they can become faster and better at adding numbers. No sweating required!
Add up the Pennies Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 25
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 25
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 25
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 71
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 19
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 19
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 19
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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 Forest: Page 31
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 31
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 31
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 49
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 49
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 49
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 53
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 53
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 53
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One Less: Assessment 1 Worksheet
One Less: Assessment 1 Worksheet

One Less: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Help your kids with counting using this worksheet that has pictures of bugs! There are four different bugs and insects. Show them each one and ask them to count, then circle the group that has 1 less than the previous group. Don't worry if your kids don't like bugs - it's just a picture!
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Fostering basic arithmetic skills, like addition and subtraction, in children ages 4-5 sets strong foundations for future learning and cognitive development. At this early age, their brains are incredibly receptive and curious, making it an ideal time to introduce fundamental math concepts. Through basic arithmetic practice, children improve their number recognition, develop strategic thinking, and enhance their problem-solving skills. These early experiences with math promote confidence and positive attitudes toward learning, reducing math anxiety in later years.

Additionally, the ability to perform simple calculations is highly practical, shaping everyday situations such as sharing toys, counting objects, or even understanding time and money. Early arithmetic practice lays the groundwork for more complex mathematical operations encountered in higher grades, thus ensuring a smooth academic progression. Moreover, engaging in these activities often involves parental or teacher interaction, which strengthens relationships and fosters a supportive learning environment.

Finally, early number sense is closely linked to other academic domains, including reading and science, showcasing the interrelated nature of cognitive development. Therefore, by prioritizing basic arithmetic education for young children, parents and teachers contribute significantly to holistic educational success and lifelong learning skills.