Discover engaging and easy worksheets designed to boost basic addition skills for children ages 5-7. Our printable resources feature colorful illustrations and interactive exercises that make learning math fun and enjoyable. Each worksheet focuses on simple addition concepts, helping young learners develop a solid foundation in arithmetic. With a variety of activities tailored to different learning styles, these worksheets are perfect for use at home or in the classroom. Support your child’s math journey with our user-friendly materials, designed to enhance their confidence and interest in learning. Start exploring today and watch those math skills blossom!


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Counting Fun Worksheet
Counting Fun Worksheet

Counting Fun Worksheet

Math and fun can go hand-in-hand with this free PDF worksheet! Bright, colourful illustrations will activate your child's brain, as they count the red and yellow flowers. How many can you see? Count together and write down the total. Make learning and counting fun for your little ones!
Counting Fun Worksheet
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Counting Birds Worksheet
Counting Birds Worksheet

Counting Birds Worksheet

Help your child count and underline the matching number sentence in the worksheet. Ask them if the total number of birds in each picture is odd or even, then check the correct box. When two equal numbers are added, the sum is always an even number (e.g. 2+2=4, 4+4=8, both divisible by 2).
Counting Birds Worksheet
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Party Arrays Worksheet
Party Arrays Worksheet

Party Arrays Worksheet

Help your child count the objects in each of the five arrays, then check the correct number sentence for each. This exercise will test their math skills and understanding of number sentences. Guide them to select the appropriate boxes.
Party Arrays Worksheet
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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.
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Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet
Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet

Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet

Kids Academy asserts that mastering place value is essential for developing math capabilities, like addition and subtraction. Using base ten blocks to regroup numbers aids kids in becoming numerate, plus it prepares them for further math operations. We have an illustrative worksheet that plus provides the cubes needed to understand the process of trading ones for tens.
Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet
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Animal Add Up Worksheet
Animal Add Up Worksheet

Animal Add Up Worksheet

Animals are fun to observe and interact with. They can be seen at the zoo, parks, farms and in homes with pets. This worksheet helps kids identify animals, and build addition skills. Look at the picture with them and help name each animal. After that, add the animals up and check the box for the correct answer. 80 words.
Animal Add Up Worksheet
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Addition at the Zoo Worksheet
Addition at the Zoo Worksheet

Addition at the Zoo Worksheet

Visit the zoo with your kids and point out all the different animals. Ask them to name their favorites and identify animals on a worksheet. Challenge them to solve word problems related to the pictures. Ask them for the equation that fits the picture and check the answer.
Addition at the Zoo Worksheet
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Build up to 13 Worksheet
Build up to 13 Worksheet

Build up to 13 Worksheet

Help your kids master addition and subtraction with this worksheet! It'll help clear up any confusion they may have with adding different numbers. Have them add up the simple equations and mark the group of bricks that makes 13. It's a great way for them to get familiar with the basics.
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Basic addition skills are crucial for children aged 5-7 as they form the foundation for future mathematical understanding. At this early stage, children are developing not just numerical skills but also critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Mastery of addition helps improve cognitive functions, enabling young learners to comprehend more complex math concepts down the line.

Parents and teachers should prioritize basic addition because it enhances overall academic performance. Math skills develop confidence and foster a love for learning, making children more engaged in their education. Furthermore, these skills are integral during everyday interactions, aiding children in understanding the world around them—like counting objects, sharing items, and solving simple word problems.

With strong addition skills, children can build resilience when faced with academic challenges if they encounter more advanced mathematical topics as they grow. Additionally, fostering these skills encourages a positive parent-child or teacher-student relationship, as shared learning experiences promote bonding and communication.

Investing time and resources in helping children grasp basic addition is essential for their intellectual, social, and emotional development. It sets the stage for lifelong learning, enabling them to navigate not only mathematics but a multitude of real-life situations confidently.