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    Check out this FREE Trial Lesson on Word Problems for age 3-6!

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    Tricky Problems Worksheet: Part 1
    Tricky Problems Worksheet: Part 1

    Tricky Problems Worksheet: Part 1

    Visualizing word problems can help students solve them. This fun PDF worksheet encourages students to create mental images using math facts, then check boxes to match the equations for basic addition problems. It's a great way to build confidence in solving math.
    Tricky Problems Worksheet: Part 1
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    Using Number Sentences to Solve Problems Worksheet
    Using Number Sentences to Solve Problems Worksheet

    Using Number Sentences to Solve Problems Worksheet

    Solving math problems requires an efficient strategy. Picture representation can help young mathematicians with basic addition problems, especially when it involves repeated addends. As they gain confidence, they'll be able to apply their number sentence solving abilities to more complex equations.
    Using Number Sentences to Solve Problems Worksheet
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    Solve Problems by Counting Worksheet
    Solve Problems by Counting Worksheet

    Solve Problems by Counting Worksheet

    Download this free colorful worksheet and give your young math student practice with a number line. Counting on or back, they will learn to solve basic addition and subtraction word problems with ease. Ultimately, it will help them develop automaticity for later efficiency with addition and subtraction.
    Solve Problems by Counting Worksheet
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    Counting in an Amusement Park Worksheet
    Counting in an Amusement Park Worksheet

    Counting in an Amusement Park Worksheet

    Love amusement parks? This colorful worksheet is sure to delight your child as they solve basic addition problems with missing addends. Picture representations help them solve the math equations, while traceable lines help them accurately complete the drawings. No roller coaster ride here, but still loads of fun!
    Counting in an Amusement Park Worksheet
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    Solve the Problem: Trick–or–treating Worksheet
    Solve the Problem: Trick–or–treating Worksheet

    Solve the Problem: Trick–or–treating Worksheet

    Kids will love this fun PDF worksheet for trick-or-treating! It's packed with yummy images and math practice. They can read the word problems, count and add numbers, check their answers, and match the addition equations with the pictures. Math made delicious!
    Solve the Problem: Trick–or–treating Worksheet
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    Fairytale Addition Worksheet
    Fairytale Addition Worksheet

    Fairytale Addition Worksheet

    Take your kids to Fairytale Land! They'll meet witches, dragons, fairies, elves, knights, and princesses. This free worksheet adds up the fun, letting kids use three addends to solve addition equations and find the right answers. With friends like these, math won't even seem like math!
    Fairytale Addition Worksheet
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    Problem Solving: Tony's Wreath Worksheet
    Problem Solving: Tony's Wreath Worksheet

    Problem Solving: Tony's Wreath Worksheet

    Tony needs help! He's made a beautiful, colorful wreath and needs help counting the flowers. Your math student can read the word problems, match answers to the problems and solve basic addition and subtraction. They'll practice with two and three addends, minuends and subtrahends to find sums and differences and help Tony and his bee friends.
    Problem Solving: Tony's Wreath Worksheet
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    Problem Solving: Erica's Tower Worksheet
    Problem Solving: Erica's Tower Worksheet

    Problem Solving: Erica's Tower Worksheet

    Sweet Erica needs your math student's help! Download the PDF worksheet and have your little math whiz read the word problems, match the pictures and solve basic addition/subtraction problems with two/three addends, minuends and subtrahends. They'll be having fun while strengthening their math fact skills!
    Problem Solving: Erica's Tower Worksheet
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    Party Problems Worksheet
    Party Problems Worksheet

    Party Problems Worksheet

    Problems at parties? No problem! With this engaging PDF worksheet, your student can connect word problems to pictures, check correct answers, and find the sum of 3 addend problems. They'll be a party-saving hero in no time!
    Party Problems Worksheet
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    Little Witch Problem Solving Worksheet
    Little Witch Problem Solving Worksheet

    Little Witch Problem Solving Worksheet

    Help this sweet little witch! Download this worksheet and use traceable lines to connect the problems with the correct answers. Practise basic addition involving three addends and have fun doing it!
    Little Witch Problem Solving Worksheet
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    Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet
    Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet

    Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet

    Old MacDonald needs help counting his animals! Give your little math whiz a fun challenge with a free PDF worksheet. They'll love counting the animals and doing basic addition with two or three addends. Who knew math could be so much fun on the farm?
    Adding Up with Old MacDonald Worksheet
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    Fruity Problem Solving Worksheet
    Fruity Problem Solving Worksheet

    Fruity Problem Solving Worksheet

    Practice addition word problems with young mathematicians using this PDF worksheet featuring fruit. As they read each problem carefully and circle the correct sums, they'll reinforce attention to detail and fine motor skills. Tangible representations are key to helping them with basic addition.
    Fruity Problem Solving 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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    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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    Guess the Word Problem Worksheet
    Guess the Word Problem Worksheet

    Guess the Word Problem Worksheet

    Head to the Arctic Circle for math word problems with penguins, bears, and eskimos! This winter printable worksheet helps kids enjoy math with cute images. Guide kids through addition and subtraction in standard form with the penguins. Compare word problems to its written and pictorial forms for an enjoyable lesson!
    Guess the Word Problem Worksheet
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    In the Busy City Word Problems Worksheet
    In the Busy City Word Problems Worksheet

    In the Busy City Word Problems Worksheet

    Take a stroll and help your child solve math word problems with this fun printable from Kids Academy! Colorful images make the scenarios more enjoyable. Have them read the problem carefully and solve the matching equation. Check the box next to the answer to mark it as correct!
    In the Busy City Word Problems Worksheet
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    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 2 Worksheet
    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 2 Worksheet

    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 2 Worksheet

    This fun printable worksheet has word problems featuring hobbies your children enjoy! With your child, read through each problem, understanding the numbers and key phrases indicating addition or subtraction. Then, match the correct equation with the solution by checking the box. Math problems are more enjoyable to solve when they’re realistic and engaging!
    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 2 Worksheet
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    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 1 Worksheet
    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 1 Worksheet

    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 1 Worksheet

    Math problems can be made more fun and easier to solve by relating them to real-life activities. Kids Academy's free printable worksheet helps your child to do this. Read each problem, paying attention to the numbers and terms, then choose the correct equation from the options given. This will help your child to understand the problem and get the right result!
    Solution Matching: Hobbies. Part 1 Worksheet
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    Halloween Problem Solving Worksheet
    Halloween Problem Solving Worksheet

    Halloween Problem Solving Worksheet

    Halloween math is here! Get your spooky word problems and frightfully cute images with this free PDF worksheet. Read the problems with your little one and focus on the numbers and key phrases. Then match the equation to its solution to complete the page. Calling all ghosts and goblins - have some math fun this Halloween!
    Halloween Problem Solving Worksheet
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    Amusement Park Word Problems Worksheet
    Amusement Park Word Problems Worksheet

    Amusement Park Word Problems Worksheet

    Engage kids with math by making it realistic and incorporating manipulatives or pics they like! This worksheet helps kids understand word problems. Read the problem, note numbers and key phrases like "in total," then count the pics to find the total!
    Amusement Park Word Problems Worksheet
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    Counting with Drawings:Fruits & Flowers Worksheet
    Counting with Drawings:Fruits & Flowers Worksheet

    Counting with Drawings:Fruits & Flowers Worksheet

    At Kids Academy, we know pictures make math come alive and make sense. This worksheet is perfect for early learners to practice word problems. Kids read each problem and count the images that represent the numbers, then solve the problem with addition or subtraction to get the right answer.
    Counting with Drawings:Fruits & Flowers Worksheet
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    Sea Math Worksheet
    Sea Math Worksheet

    Sea Math Worksheet

    Dive into an ocean of addition with this fun math worksheet! Help your little mathematician count and add colorful coral and fish. Point out phrases like "in total" or "all together" as a reminder to use addition. Watch them add to find the answer and check the boxes to finish!
    Sea Math Worksheet
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    Equations Matching Word Problems Worksheet
    Equations Matching Word Problems Worksheet

    Equations Matching Word Problems Worksheet

    Download this worksheet and give your young mathematician practice in solving equations using matching numbers and number family facts. They'll solve word problems, develop critical thinking and algebraic reasoning, and gain success with addition and subtraction.
    Equations Matching Word Problems Worksheet
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    Solving Problems: Number Lines Worksheet
    Solving Problems: Number Lines Worksheet

    Solving Problems: Number Lines Worksheet

    Number lines are fun and help build number sense and reasoning. This worksheet uses them to help students count on to find a solution to an equation. They'll have fun counting with familiar numbers and 10-bases, while also working on algebraic reasoning.
    Solving Problems: Number Lines Worksheet
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    Parents and teachers should prioritize word problems for children aged 3-6 because they play a crucial role in early cognitive development. Engaging with word problems enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills by challenging children to interpret and analyze information. At this age, kids are developing foundational mathematical understandings like addition, subtraction, and comparison. Word problems contextualize these concepts, making them relatable and easier to grasp.

    Moreover, word problems integrate language development, as children learn to comprehend vocabulary and sentence structure while also practicing reasoning. This dual focus on math and language enriches their overall learning experience, fostering a love for both subjects.

    Additionally, tackling word problems encourages perseverance and resilience. Children learn that they may not always succeed on the first try but can develop strategies to work through challenges. This mindset is valuable throughout their education and life.

    Lastly, introducing word problems creates a positive learning environment where children can express their thoughts and ideas. By actively involving parents and educators in this process, young learners gain confidence as they navigate mathematical concepts and are prepared to face more complex challenges in the future. Ultimately, engaging with word problems lays a solid foundation for lifelong learning and success.