Enhance your child's numeracy with our "Improving Number Sense: Addition & Subtraction Worksheets" designed for ages 5-9. Our engaging materials aim to build foundational math skills by promoting mental math strategies and conceptual understanding. Students will explore various techniques to solve addition and subtraction problems, bolstering their number sense. With colorful, interactive worksheets, children will find learning math fun and motivating. Ideal for classroom or home use, these expertly crafted resources support your child's mathematical journey, fostering confidence and competence. Unlock your child's potential with Kids Academy’s comprehensive approach to improving number sense.


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Relate Place Value (base 10 block) addition to standard algorithm addition Part 2

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Repeated Addition = Multiplication Worksheet
Repeated Addition = Multiplication Worksheet

Repeated Addition = Multiplication Worksheet

If your child is having trouble with math, worksheets like this can help them get more practice. Addition, subtraction, and multiplication go together. Look over each addition equation and pick the matching multiplication equation, then circle the correct answer. This can give your child the necessary practice to understand mathematics better.
Repeated Addition = Multiplication Worksheet
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What Equation Is That? Worksheet
What Equation Is That? Worksheet

What Equation Is That? Worksheet

Have your students practice counting with base ten blocks. This will help them with math struggles. Homework and worksheets will help them improve; ask them to trace lines to the correct equation on a tracing sheet. Guide them as they count the blocks and trace the lines.
What Equation Is That? Worksheet
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Part, Part, Whole Worksheet
Part, Part, Whole Worksheet

Part, Part, Whole Worksheet

Help your child find the missing numbers in the puzzles. The worksheet combines fun and maths - stimulating the brain while keeping them engaged. Colourful pages will keep the learning enjoyable. Simple addition and subtraction will ensure they stay entertained.
Part, Part, Whole Worksheet
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Improving number sense, those foundational math skills involving addition and subtraction, is crucial for children ages 5-9 because it lays the groundwork for all future mathematical learning. At this critical development stage, children's brains are exceptionally receptive to new concepts, making it the perfect time to build a solid understanding of basic arithmetic operations.

First, having strong number sense helps children grasp more complex mathematics easily, such as multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals. These skills are not isolated but interconnected, forming a scaffold for higher-level thinking and problem-solving abilities. Additionally, number sense is essential for everyday life. From telling time to understanding money and measuring ingredients in a recipe, practical applications of addition and subtraction are encountered frequently.

Socially and emotionally, competence in math can boost a child's confidence and enthusiasm towards learning. When children struggle with basic math skills early on, they may develop math anxiety which can impact their performance and attitudes toward the subject for years to come.

Furthermore, early proficiency in math has been linked to better performance in other academic areas. Research indicates numeracy skills are a strong predictor of later success in both literacy and overall cognitive development.

Therefore, educators and parents should prioritize improving number sense to build a strong, adaptable foundation that supports overall academic growth and equips children with lifelong skills.