Unlock your child's mathematical potential with our engaging Basic Arithmetic Understanding Worksheets for Ages 6-7 from Kids Academy! Specially designed for first graders, these colorful and interactive worksheets make learning fundamental math skills enjoyable. Through hands-on activities and practice problems, children can develop key competencies in addition, subtraction, and number sense. Our expertly crafted worksheets align with educational standards, ensuring your young learner stays ahead in math class while having fun. Start building a strong arithmetic foundation today with Kids Academy’s trusted resources, paving the way for future academic success!


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Place Value Ones and Tens

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  • 6-7
  • Basic arithmetic understanding
Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet
Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet

Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet

Assist your child in counting the dots in each of the framed numbers. Then, guide them as they trace the dotted lines to the number that matches the amount shown. This worksheet will help them learn more about mathematics, as well as how to count numbers.
Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet
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Adding up to 50: Page 63
Adding up to 50: Page 63

Adding up to 50: Page 63

Adding up to 50: Page 63
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Addition Worksheet for 2nd Grade
Addition Worksheet for 2nd Grade

Spaceship Addition Worksheet

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Spaceship Addition Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000: Page 37
Adding up to 1000: Page 37

Adding up to 1000: Page 37

Adding up to 1000: Page 37
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Make 10 Maze Worksheet
Make 10 Maze Worksheet

Make 10 Maze Worksheet

Help your child's frog friend make its way out of the maze! Mazes are an enjoyable way to get your kids to learn and can be a challenge. Have your kids take a look at this tracing sheet and help the frog make its way through the maze by tracing a line through the groups of equations that make 10. It’ll be a fun time for everyone!
Make 10 Maze Worksheet
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Parents and teachers should deeply care about basic arithmetic understanding for children aged 6-7 as it lays the foundation for future academic success and everyday decision making. At this tender age, children’s brains are highly receptive to new concepts, making it the perfect time to introduce fundamental mathematical principles. By mastering basic arithmetic—such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—kids build critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for advanced mathematical learning.

Early arithmetic competence also translates to enhanced cognitive development. It encourages logical thinking and makes children comfortable with numbers, fostering a positive association with math that can alleviate math anxiety later. Additionally, these skills are indispensable in day-to-day activities, such as handling money, telling time, and measuring ingredients.

Lastly, a robust grasp of basic arithmetic drives confidence and academic performance. Proficiency at this stage often correlates with improved performance in other subjects, as numeracy skills are intertwined with subjects like science and geography. For parents and teachers, nurturing arithmetic skills not only ensures a child’s academic growth but also equips them with tools for lifelong learning and success. Therefore, attention to basic arithmetic at ages 6-7 is pivotal for both immediate educational milestones and future intellectual capabilities.