Check out this FREE "Basic Math Skills" Trial Lesson for age 6-7!

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  • 6-7
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Count and Subtract Worksheet
Count and Subtract Worksheet

Count and Subtract Worksheet

This worksheet helps your child learn math via colorful pictures and equations. Count the items together, adding and subtracting as necessary. Your child will be challenged to get the correct total, thereby developing their math skills.
Count and Subtract Worksheet
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Pet Survey Worksheet
Pet Survey Worksheet

Pet Survey Worksheet

Do you have a furry family member? If the answer is yes and your kids love animals, they'll enjoy this worksheet. The picture graph shows the children's votes for their favorite pet - fish, dog, cat and hamster. Ask your child to use the graph to answer the questions. Guide them to check the right answer.
Pet Survey Worksheet
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Whole Shape from Halves, Thirds and Fourths Worksheet
Whole Shape from Halves, Thirds and Fourths Worksheet

Whole Shape from Halves, Thirds and Fourths Worksheet

Explain to your students that they can make a new shape by combining halves, thirds, and fourths of a shape. Show them the worksheet with the rectangle at the top and ask them to find which sets of halves, thirds, and fourths make it. Have them check all the correct sets.
Whole Shape from Halves, Thirds and Fourths Worksheet
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Triceratops Counting to 9 Worksheet
Triceratops Counting to 9 Worksheet

Triceratops Counting to 9 Worksheet

This little triceratops is here to help kids learn to count! Dinosaurs lived long before us and we've never seen one alive, but through research, we know a lot about them. Let the dinosaur help trace on the line from 1 to 9 for a fun counting practice.
Triceratops Counting to 9 Worksheet
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Basic Math Skills are vital for children aged 6-7 as they form the foundation for more complex mathematical concepts and problem-solving abilities encountered later in life. At this developmental stage, kids are typically learning to grasp fundamental ideas such as number recognition, addition, subtraction, shape identification, and simple measurement. Mastery of these skills is crucial as they are not just academic milestones, but practical tools that children use in their daily lives—like counting toys, sharing snacks, or understanding time.

For parents and teachers, prioritizing these foundational skills ensures that children are not overwhelmed as they advance through their education. Kids who struggle early on may develop a negative attitude towards math and experience long-term academic challenges. On the other hand, children who build a solid math foundation often exhibit improved critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, which benefit them in various subjects.

Moreover, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment at home or in school can nurture a child’s curiosity and confidence in math. Interactive activities, hands-on learning, and encouraging a growth mindset can make learning basic math fun and accessible, setting children on the path to academic success and beyond. Therefore, investing time and effort in teaching Basic Math Skills to young learners is indispensable for their overall cognitive and educational development.