Unlock your child’s potential with our Basic Math Concepts worksheets designed for kids ages 4-9. These expertly crafted worksheets cover essential math skills such as counting, addition, subtraction, and number recognition. With fun and engaging activities, young learners can build a strong foundation in math through interactive exercises. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to strengthen their skills, our worksheets cater to varying levels of understanding. Make math enjoyable and accessible with Kids Academy’s printable resources, ensuring your child is equipped with the essential tools for academic success. Download and start learning today!


Check out this FREE Trial Lesson on Math for age 4-9!

Comparing Numbers Word Problems

Favorites
With answer key
Interactive
  • 4-9
  • Basic math concepts
  • Math
Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet
Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet

Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet

Kids Academy has a great place value worksheet to help kids learn when they don't have manipulatives at home! It includes longs and cubes that kids can count and add to find the sum. Colorful and downloadable, this page will help kids understand addition and place value better. Give it a try!
Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 36
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 36
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 36
Worksheet
Animal Features Worksheet
Animal Features Worksheet

Animal Features Worksheet

Let your kids join a budding zoologist! They can count zoo animals' fur, feathers or scales, then use numbers and comparison to check the box with the most friends. The PDF will captivate them and help them understand how the value of '6' changes based on its position.
Animal Features Worksheet
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 4
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 38
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 38
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 38
Worksheet
Groups of Shapes Worksheet
Groups of Shapes Worksheet

Groups of Shapes Worksheet

Can your child identify and name shapes? Help them learn the unique features of each and have them check the correct name for each group in the colorful pictures on this worksheet.
Groups of Shapes Worksheet
Worksheet
Counting Maze Up to 20 Printable
Counting Maze Up to 20 Printable

Monkey Math Worksheet

Try our printable maze to 20 for an enjoyable challenge.
Monkey Math Worksheet
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 76
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 76
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 76
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 49
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 49
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 49
Worksheet
More or Less PDF Printable Worksheet
More or Less PDF Printable Worksheet

More or Less Size Worksheet

Try this "More or Less" PDF printable worksheet to help them out!
More or Less Size Worksheet
Worksheet
Counting in the Neighborhood Part1 Worksheet
Counting in the Neighborhood Part1 Worksheet

Counting in the Neighborhood Part1 Worksheet

Counting using one-to-one representation is a great way to develop a child's number sense. Use objects, pictures and images to help counting beyond the fingers. This worksheet uses everyday objects to practice counting. It encourages children to find the correct number and count forward. Give it a try!
Counting in the Neighborhood Part1 Worksheet
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 5
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 5

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 5

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 5
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 42
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 42
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 42
Worksheet
Let’s Compare Worksheet for Preschool
Let’s Compare Worksheet for Preschool

Let's Compare Worksheet: Big or Small

This worksheet will help your child gain an awareness of simple geometry and strengthen cognitive skills. Visualizing objects in 3D and comparing sizes helps to practice solving problems mentally and build analytical skills. Let's Compare worksheet will challenge your child to think hard.
Let's Compare Worksheet: Big or Small
Worksheet
Stack the Blocks Worksheet
Stack the Blocks Worksheet

Stack the Blocks Worksheet

Playing with blocks is a great way for kids to learn! They can create patterns, shapes, and even count. In this worksheet, ask them to identify the colors and count each stack of blocks. If they can spot one extra block in the tower, even better! Encourage learning through play with these fun blocks.
Stack the Blocks Worksheet
Worksheet
Printable Money Games and PDF Worksheets: Five Cents or the Nickel
Printable Money Games and PDF Worksheets: Five Cents or the Nickel

Five Cents or the Nickel Money Worksheet

Counting money games help kids make learning money fun and easy. Next up: the 5 cent coin, or nickel. Look at both sides and remember them. Then, trace the word "nickel" to help you remember. Finally, count the nickels and work out amounts in cents. Let's do this! Kids Academy helps make money learning easy and fun!
Five Cents or the Nickel Money Worksheet
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 50
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 50
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 50
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 32
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 32
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 32
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 23
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 23
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 23
Worksheet
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 16
Worksheet
Adding up to 1000: Page 63
Adding up to 1000: Page 63

Adding up to 1000: Page 63

Adding up to 1000: Page 63
Worksheet


Parents and teachers should deeply care about basic math concepts for children aged 4-9 because these formative years lay the foundation for future academic success and practical life skills. Understanding basic math concepts, such as counting, addition, subtraction, and recognizing shapes, promotes cognitive development that enhances problem-solving skills and logical thinking. These skills are not only crucial for success in math but also underpin learning in subjects like science and reading comprehension, fostering a well-rounded intellectual base.

Moreover, early math proficiency is linked with better overall academic performance. Children who grasp basic math concepts early are often more confident in their abilities and develop a positive attitude towards learning, setting them up for continued success throughout their schooling. Math also helps children develop critical life skills like handling money, telling time, and understanding measurements, all of which are essential in daily life.

At a personal level, mastering these concepts can boost a child's self-esteem and academic confidence. Parents and teachers, by investing time and effort into teaching these fundamentals, are actively supporting a child's holistic growth, ensuring they have the tools needed for a prosperous academic journey and life beyond the classroom.