Explore a variety of engaging "Understanding Time" worksheets designed for children ages 5-8! Our resources help young learners master essential concepts related to time, including reading clocks, understanding AM/PM, and recognizing days of the week. Each worksheet is crafted to make learning fun and interactive, featuring colorful designs and age-appropriate activities. Perfect for both classroom and home use, these worksheets foster crucial time-related skills while encouraging independent thinking. Whether your child is just beginning to learn about time or needs a refresher, our comprehensive collection provides the tools to build confidence and competence in this important life skill. Start your child's time journey today!


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Years Worksheet
Years Worksheet

Years Worksheet

This worksheet is a great way to test your children's knowledge of the calendar. Ask them if they can name the days of the week and months in a year. Read and discuss the questions with them and help them find the right answers. Encourage them to check their answers.
Years Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000: Page 29
Adding up to 1000: Page 29

Adding up to 1000: Page 29

Adding up to 1000: Page 29
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What Means "Right Now" Worksheet
What Means "Right Now" Worksheet

What Means "Right Now" Worksheet

Explain present/past tense verbs to your kids, giving them simple examples. Ask which letters make a verb present tense; read the words aloud and help them check the correct answers.
What Means "Right Now" Worksheet
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Adding up to 50: Page 16
Adding up to 50: Page 16

Adding up to 50: Page 16

Adding up to 50: Page 16
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Adding up to 100: Page 33
Adding up to 100: Page 33

Adding up to 100: Page 33

Adding up to 100: Page 33
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What Time Is it? Minute Hands Worksheet
What Time Is it? Minute Hands Worksheet

What Time Is it? Minute Hands Worksheet

Help your kids telling time with the minute hand correctly with this tracing sheet. Trace the correct minute hand to make the time on the analog clock the same as the time on the digital clock. Give them a pictured demonstration of how to do it and you'll be all set!
What Time Is it? Minute Hands Worksheet
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Dinner Time! Worksheet
Dinner Time! Worksheet

Dinner Time! Worksheet

Help your child learn about the Pilgrims by completing this worksheet! The Pilgrims set sail on the Mayflower in 1620 and colonized America, meeting the Native Americans already living there and picking up some of their traditions, like Thanksgiving dinner. Check the nouns in the picture and help your child set the table with the celebratory turkey!
Dinner Time! Worksheet
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Place Value: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Place Value: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Place Value: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Children must learn to recognize the value of numbers and break them into chunks of ten. They must also be able to compare numbers to know if one is greater, less than or equal to another. The Place Value Assessment PDF is a great tool to assess their skills and identify what requires more practice.
Place Value: Assessment 2 Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000: Page 23
Adding up to 1000: Page 23

Adding up to 1000: Page 23

Adding up to 1000: Page 23
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 15
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 15
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 15
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Adding up to 50: Page 50
Adding up to 50: Page 50

Adding up to 50: Page 50

Adding up to 50: Page 50
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My Day Worksheet
My Day Worksheet

My Day Worksheet

Show your students the pictures and clocks in the colorful worksheet. Ask what the boy and girl are doing in each, then what time the clocks show. Finally, ask what activities they both do at the same time. Help them check the clocks showing the same time in both pictures.
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Understanding time is a crucial developmental milestone for children aged 5 to 8, and it is essential for both parents and teachers to prioritize this learning. Mastering time concepts fosters essential life skills, including organization, punctuality, and the ability to manage schedules. As children learn to read clocks and understand concepts such as today, tomorrow, and weekdays, they gain a sense of security and independence in navigating their daily routines.

Furthermore, grasping the concept of time enhances children's academic performance. It plays a vital role in subjects such as mathematics and science, where the sequencing of events and understanding durations become increasingly important. For instance, when kids learn to measure time, they improve their ability to estimate, compare, and quantify—skills that are applicable across various areas of learning.

In addition, understanding time helps children develop patience and focus, nurturing their cognitive and emotional skills. For parents and teachers, investing in this fundamental aspect of a child’s education can foster a sense of responsibility and awareness that will serve them well throughout their lives. Overall, helping children grasp time not only aids their personal growth but also lays the groundwork for lifelong learning and success.