Welcome to our engaging Math Problem-Solving Addition & Subtraction Worksheets for children aged 5-7! Designed to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills, our worksheets provide a fun and interactive way for young learners to master basic arithmetic. With a variety of colorful and age-appropriate activities, kids will practice adding and subtracting through word problems, visual aids, and puzzles. These resources promote confidence and mathematical understanding while keeping children entertained. Perfect for home or classroom use, our worksheets cater to different learning styles, making math a delightful adventure. Explore our comprehensive collection and watch your child's math skills flourish!


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Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet
Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet

This free worksheet challenges kids to use one-to-one representations and order of operations to solve basic addition and subtraction problems. They'll trace the correct equations and gain confidence with higher numbers. A great way to check their skills!
Word Problems: Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 27
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 27
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 27
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Subtraction Quest Worksheet
Subtraction Quest Worksheet

Subtraction Quest Worksheet

Send your little mathematicians on a quest full of fun! This free, downloadable PDF worksheet has them using base ten blocks to decide if the difference in each problem is 34. They'll solve each problem, marking equations where the difference is 34. It's a great way to build number sense and challenge themselves - plus, they won't even realize it's math!
Subtraction Quest Worksheet
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Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 9
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 9
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 9
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Interactive Addition Worksheet for Kindergarten
Interactive Addition Worksheet for Kindergarten

Starstruck Addition Printable

This interactive addition worksheet motivates your preschooler to practice addition and analyze number combinations. Their cognitive and analysis skills will be sharpened as they find the magic number in each problem.
Starstruck Addition Printable
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 53
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 53
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 53
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 18
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 18
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 18
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Flower Fairy Addition Worksheet
Flower Fairy Addition Worksheet

Fairy Word Problems Printable

Fairy Word Problems Printable
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Add it Up Worksheet
Add it Up Worksheet

Add it Up Worksheet

The fire service is the right number to call in case of a fire. Test your children's safety knowledge by asking them other emergency numbers. Have them identify the fire truck in the worksheet and solve the number sentences. Guide them in drawing a line to the right answer.
Add it Up Worksheet
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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 24
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 1
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 1
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 1
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Subtraction printable worksheet: snowflake
Subtraction printable worksheet: snowflake

Snowflake Subtraction Worksheet

This winter-themed subtraction printable worksheet is perfect for a chilly day. The task: find the difference of 3!
Snowflake Subtraction Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 67
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 67
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 67
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The Levels of Equal Matter Worksheet
The Levels of Equal Matter Worksheet

The Levels of Equal Matter Worksheet

Matter is anything that has weight and occupies space. Common examples include people, animals, objects and liquids. Have your kids understand this concept by looking at the levels of matter in this worksheet and completing the number sentence mathematical problems beneath.
The Levels of Equal Matter Worksheet
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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 2-digit Numbers: Page 67
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 67

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 67

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 67
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 25
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 25
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 25
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Taking Away From 3 Worksheet
Taking Away From 3 Worksheet

Taking Away From 3 Worksheet

Help your students learn equations and math easily by using this tracing worksheet. It has three different equations that they can count and solve, then trace a line to the correct answer. This will make the learning process fun and exciting.
Taking Away From 3 Worksheet
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Parents and teachers should prioritize math problem-solving in addition and subtraction for ages 5-7 because it lays the foundation for future academic success and critical thinking skills. At this developmental stage, children are particularly receptive to learning new concepts. Mastering basic addition and subtraction enables them to understand more complex math topics later on.

Fostering strong problem-solving skills in young children enhances their analytical abilities. By engaging in math problem-solving tasks, children learn to approach situations systematically, breaking problems into smaller, manageable parts. This ability is not only essential in mathematics but also in everyday life, where critical thinking is crucial.

Additionally, early math skills significantly impact children's confidence and attitude toward learning. When students succeed in solving addition and subtraction problems, they build resilience and a love for math, reducing anxiety around the subject as they grow. Furthermore, math skills are directly linked to literacy and language development, enriching overall cognitive development.

By supporting children in their mathematical journey, parents and teachers can help cultivate curiosity and a strong numerical foundation, ultimately encouraging lifelong learners who are well-equipped to tackle a variety of challenges academically and in their personal lives.