Enhance your child's foundational math skills with our engaging Basic Arithmetic Practice Worksheets designed specifically for ages 5-8. These printable resources make learning fun and interactive, featuring a variety of exercises that cover essential skills such as addition, subtraction, and number recognition. Each worksheet is crafted to suit different learning styles, ensuring your child grasps concepts at their own pace. Perfect for at-home practice or supplementary school activities, our worksheets help build confidence and competence in mathematics. Encourage a love for learning and lay the groundwork for future math success with our thoughtfully designed materials. Get started today!


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Adding up to 1000: Page 38
Adding up to 1000: Page 38

Adding up to 1000: Page 38

Adding up to 1000: Page 38
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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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Place value worksheet for 2nd grade
Place value worksheet for 2nd grade

Place Value Worksheet

Try this place value worksheet to help your 2nd grader understand place value in a more meaningful way.
Place Value Worksheet
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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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Problem Solving: Erica's Tower Worksheet
Problem Solving: Erica's Tower Worksheet

Problem Solving: Erica's Tower Worksheet

Sweet Erica needs your math student's help! Download the PDF worksheet and have your little math whiz read the word problems, match the pictures and solve basic addition/subtraction problems with two/three addends, minuends and subtrahends. They'll be having fun while strengthening their math fact skills!
Problem Solving: Erica's Tower 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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Ticket for the Train Worksheet
Ticket for the Train Worksheet

Ticket for the Train Worksheet

It's important to use fun scenarios with familiar objects when teaching kids. Try discussing train rides and the accompanying picture graph. Ask questions about it, then help kids check the correct answers. Let them enjoy the learning process!
Ticket for the Train Worksheet
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Carnivore Counting to 120 Worksheet
Carnivore Counting to 120 Worksheet

Carnivore Counting to 120 Worksheet

Ask your child to name some popular carnivores. Can they tell you what the animal in the worksheet is? A Tiger? Get them to count from 100 to 120 to connect the dots. After they finish the first picture, keep counting to help them practice!
Carnivore Counting to 120 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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Julia's Shopping Graph Worksheet
Julia's Shopping Graph Worksheet

Julia's Shopping Graph Worksheet

This fun PDF worksheet provides little mathematicians with practice using pictographs. They will answer questions about Julia's graph, helping to assess their understanding of reading and interpreting data. Counting and choosing the correct answer is sure to be an enjoyable experience!
Julia's Shopping Graph Worksheet
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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 50 with Regrouping: Page 28
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 28
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 28
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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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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 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!
One Less: Assessment 1 Worksheet
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Basic arithmetic practice for children ages 5 to 8 is crucial for several reasons. First, this foundational stage shapes a child's future learning in mathematics. Mastery of basic concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division sets the groundwork for more complex problem-solving and critical thinking skills. These skills are essential not only in math but also in everyday life, leading to better financial literacy and decision-making.

Moreover, consistent arithmetic practice boosts a child's confidence. When young learners grasp basic math concepts, they experience a sense of achievement, which motivates them to engage more actively in their education. This cultivated confidence often translates into a willingness to tackle challenges across various subjects.

Parents and teachers play a pivotal role in fostering a positive attitude towards math. Supportive involvement, whether through engaging games or practical applications like budgeting allowance, makes learning enjoyable.

Furthermore, as the world becomes increasingly data-driven, proficiency in math is vital for success in future educational and career pursuits. Therefore, prioritizing basic arithmetic practice not only enhances children's academic performance, but also equips them with essential skills for lifelong learning and success. Investing time in practice during these formative years can have enduring impacts on their cognitive development.