Unlock the world of fractions for your young learners with our engaging Addition and Subtraction Worksheets tailored for ages 5-6! These worksheets build foundational skills in understanding fractions, making learning fun and interactive. Children will explore visual aids, such as pie charts and number lines, to grasp the concepts of adding and subtracting fractions. Designed to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, these resources encourage children to approach math with confidence. Suitable for home or classroom use, our worksheets provide a practical way for kids to cultivate a love for math while mastering essential fraction operations. Start facilitating enjoyable learning today!


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Lesson 1- Partitioning Shapes

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  • 5-6
  • Understanding fractions
  • Addition & Subtraction
Fraction Practice Printable
Fraction Practice Printable

Fractions: Shapes Worksheet

Get your printable now. Kids learn math differently today than you did in school; understanding concepts rather than memorizing facts. Help your child understand fractions with this printable worksheet. It'll help your child recognize parts of a whole, identify equal parts and build a foundation for numeracy. A better understanding sets kids up for math success! Get your printable now.
Fractions: Shapes Worksheet
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Piecing Together 16 Worksheet
Piecing Together 16 Worksheet

Piecing Together 16 Worksheet

Combine learning with fun using this colorful worksheet! Ask your preschoolers what they see in the picture, then help them solve the mathematical equations on the puzzle pieces. One equation is missing on each; have them circle the piece that will make the bottom puzzle piece numbers equal 16. Use puzzles and bright colors to teach - it's one of the best ways your kids can learn!
Piecing Together 16 Worksheet
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Pizza Fraction Printable
Pizza Fraction Printable

Fractions: Pizza Printable

Fractions can be tricky for kids, but this pizza fractions printable can help! Kids can understand fractions by seeing them, as they use one of their favorite foods. It helps them grasp the concept and gain a deeper understanding of what fractions represent. Extend their learning by quizzing them when you order pizza next time.
Fractions: Pizza Printable
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Piecing Together 11 Worksheet
Piecing Together 11 Worksheet

Piecing Together 11 Worksheet

Engage your preschoolers with learning-filled fun! Show them this colorful worksheet, and ask them to identify the figures. Each puzzle piece features an equation, except one which is missing. Help the kids solve the problems and circle the piece that'll make the numbers equal 11. It's a surefire way to make learning enjoyable!
Piecing Together 11 Worksheet
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Cinderella Fraction Practice
Cinderella Fraction Practice

Fractions: Cinderella Printable

Cinderella and ½ are the perfect pair to excite your child about learning fractions.
Fractions: Cinderella Printable
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Understanding fractions, particularly addition and subtraction, lays a crucial foundation for young learners aged 5-6. First and foremost, grasping these concepts equips children with essential mathematical skills that extend beyond mere numbers. Fractions are not only fundamental to higher-level math—such as ratios, percentages, and algebra—but also vital for everyday situations, like cooking or sharing among friends.

For parents and teachers, fostering a solid comprehension of fractions can inspire confidence in children. At this age, children are naturally curious, and harnessing that curiosity through engaging fraction activities, such as sharing snacks or dividing blocks, resonates well with their developmental stage.

Additionally, fractional understanding aids in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. As children learn to add and subtract fractions, they enhance their ability to visualize sets and models, promoting analytical thought.

Incorporating tactile, visual, and playful experiences in teaching these concepts makes learning enjoyable, thus setting a positive tone for future educational adventures. Ultimately, supporting young learners in understanding fractions creates a brighter, more mathematically literate future, empowering them with the tools necessary for navigating the complexities of life. Both parents and teachers play a pivotal role in championing this crucial step in early education.