Check out this FREE Trial Lesson on Addition for age 5!

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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 77
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 77
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 77
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 41
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 41
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 41
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 34
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 34
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 34
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 73
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 73
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 73
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 38
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 38
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 38
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 46
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 46
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 46
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 41
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 41
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 41
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 10
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 10
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 10
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 17
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 47
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 47
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 47
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 6
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 6

Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 6

Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 6
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 70
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 70
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 70
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 23
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 23
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 23
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 26
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 26
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 26
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 62
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 62
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 62
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 71
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 13
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 13
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 13
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 18
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 18
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 18
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 55
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 55
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 55
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 9
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 9
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 9
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 50
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 50
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 50
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Domino +4 Worksheet
Domino +4 Worksheet

Domino +4 Worksheet

Ask your kids if they know what a domino is. Explain, then move on to solving the four simple equations on this printout, adding a number to 4. Help them find the sum and circle the number.
Domino +4 Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 43
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 43
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 43
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 21
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 21
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 21
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Parents and teachers should prioritize fostering basic addition skills in 5-year-olds because foundational math proficiency has significant implications for a child's overall academic journey and cognitive development. At this formative age, children's minds are exceptionally adaptable, making it the perfect period for grasping fundamental mathematical concepts like addition. Easy addition practices, such as 1+1 or 2+3, not only pave the way for more complex math skills later on but also nurture logic and reasoning capabilities across other disciplines.

Early mastery of addition boosts confidence in young learners, enabling a positive attitude towards learning and problem-solving that transcends math. These skills promote a sense of accomplishment and reinforce persistence, key attributes that are valuable in all areas of life. Additionally, fundamental numeracy skills are vital in everyday contexts, from understanding time to measuring ingredients in a recipe.

Moreover, curriculum frameworks often build upon early arithmetic skills; thus, proficiency in addition sets the stage for understanding multifaceted topics like subtraction, multiplication, and beyond. Structured and supportive environments beget lifelong learners—by making initial math learning engaging and successful, parents and teachers cultivate a strong academic foundation and encourage inquisitive, adaptable young minds.