Elevate your child's math skills with our Basic Arithmetic Skills worksheets for ages 8-9. These thoughtfully designed worksheets cover essential topics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Each printable worksheet promotes critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, making math fun and engaging. Tailored for young learners, our resources align with educational standards to ensure your child progresses confidently. Whether at home or in the classroom, our worksheets provide effective practice to strengthen foundational arithmetic skills. Help your child achieve math proficiency and build a solid foundation for future learning with our comprehensive, easy-to-use resources.


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Solve Tricky Number Situations by Drawing (3 numbers) - Part 1

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Counting and Comparing: Assessment 1 Worksheet
Counting and Comparing: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Counting and Comparing: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Download this worksheet and let your students show their progress in identifying, sequencing, and matching numbers and written forms. They'll practice number line skills and matching numeric expressions with numbers. Quickly see how well they understand computation concepts.
Counting and Comparing: Assessment 1 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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Even and odd numbers worksheet for 2nd grade
Even and odd numbers worksheet for 2nd grade

Even and Odd Numbers Worksheet

Have them identify the odd and even numbers for a quick review of this tricky concept. The graphic helps them visualize what makes a number even or odd.
Even and Odd Numbers Worksheet
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Counting with Drawings: Fruits & Chocolates Worksheet
Counting with Drawings: Fruits & Chocolates Worksheet

Counting with Drawings: Fruits & Chocolates Worksheet

Learning basic addition and subtraction has never been easier with this free worksheet! Young mathematicians can sort & count to get the right sum or difference for each problem. Plus, they'll practice fine motor skills by circling the correct answer. An ideal way to help kids build important visual recognition and discernment skills.
Counting with Drawings: Fruits & Chocolates Worksheet
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Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 25
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 25
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 25
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 62
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 62
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 62
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Representing Arrays with Number Sentences Worksheet
Representing Arrays with Number Sentences Worksheet

Representing Arrays with Number Sentences Worksheet

An array is a collection of objects, pictures or numbers arranged in rows and columns. Teach your kids two ways to interpret an array with this fun worksheet. Represent it in terms of rows or columns then have your student draw a line to the beehive to discover the correct number sentence.
Representing Arrays with Number Sentences Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000: Page 62
Adding up to 1000: Page 62

Adding up to 1000: Page 62

Adding up to 1000: Page 62
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Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 45
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 45
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 45
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Match and Solve: Cupcakes Problem Worksheet
Match and Solve: Cupcakes Problem Worksheet

Match and Solve: Cupcakes Problem Worksheet

This math worksheet will excite your kid! Read the word problem and look at the cupcakes; the slashes mean some are being taken away. Select the picture that matches the text, then complete the equation to find the solution!
Match and Solve: Cupcakes Problem Worksheet
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Printable Money Games and PDF Worksheets: Coin Names and Values
Printable Money Games and PDF Worksheets: Coin Names and Values

Coin Names and Values Money Worksheet

Learning about money can be easy, interesting and fun! Start by memorizing names and values of coins and then try matching pictures of coins to the right names and values. Find a great selection of counting money worksheets at our web site and keep learning.
Coin Names and Values Money Worksheet
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Printable Money Games and PDF Worksheets: Ten Cents or the Dime
Printable Money Games and PDF Worksheets: Ten Cents or the Dime

Ten Cents or the Dime Money Worksheet

Introduce your kids to coin games! Start with a dime: trace the word on both sides and count the dimes. Kids Academy has printable worksheets to help your kids learn how to count money.
Ten Cents or the Dime Money Worksheet
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Reggie's Reuse Word Problems: Addition Worksheet
Reggie's Reuse Word Problems: Addition Worksheet

Reggie's Reuse Word Problems: Addition Worksheet

Help Reggie and your child save the planet by using this free worksheet! It reinforces addition word problems using one-to-one picture representation, and helps them pick out the correct number sentence and possible solutions. It's an easy way to help the planet and practice math!
Reggie's Reuse Word Problems: Addition Worksheet
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Adding up to 100: Page 8
Adding up to 100: Page 8

Adding up to 100: Page 8

Adding up to 100: Page 8
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Multiplying Weather Worksheet
Multiplying Weather Worksheet

Multiplying Weather Worksheet

Most kids love playing outdoors, but weather can affect what we can do. Rain and snow can keep us from getting outside and even cancel school! Weather forecasters help us prepare for the day. In this worksheet, multiply facts to track severe weather and circle the ones with the right answer.
Multiplying Weather Worksheet
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Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 28
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 28
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 28
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Grade 2 Sight Words: Read
Grade 2 Sight Words: Read

Grade 2 Sight Words: Read

Grade 2 Sight Words: Read
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1 Times Table: Level 1
1 Times Table: Level 1

Multiplication Chart Worksheet

Multiplication Chart Worksheet
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Basic arithmetic skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, are crucial for children ages 8-9, as they form the foundation for more advanced mathematical concepts. At this developmental stage, mastering arithmetic promotes cognitive development, helping kids improve their problem-solving abilities and logical thinking. When children grasp these skills early, they build confidence in their academic abilities, setting a positive trajectory for their entire education journey.

Moreover, arithmetic skills are indispensable in everyday life. They help children understand time, manage money, and follow recipes, fostering independence and practical life skills. Numerous studies indicate that early proficiency in math can lead to better academic performance across all subjects in the future.

Parents and teachers play a pivotal role in nurturing these abilities. Engaging with children in arithmetic-based games, practical applications, and encouraging a growth mindset towards math can make learning enjoyable and relevant. In essence, being proficient in basic arithmetic not only adds to a child’s academic toolkit but also equips them with essential skills to navigate daily tasks and future challenges. Therefore, investing time and effort in building strong arithmetic skills at this age pays dividends in a child’s overall growth and success.