Boost your child's mental math skills with our engaging Preschool Math Worksheets from Kids Academy! Designed to develop quick-thinking and problem-solving abilities, these worksheets cover fundamental math concepts in a fun and interactive way. Perfect for young learners, each activity incorporates colorful visuals and hands-on tasks to hold children's attention while encouraging independent learning. Our expertly-crafted worksheets help preschoolers master number recognition, counting, and basic arithmetic. Start building a strong math foundation and a love for numbers today with Kids Academy’s innovative preschool math resources! Empower your preschooler for a bright academic future.


Check out this FREE Preschool Trial Lesson on Math!

Subtracting with Objects from Stories

Favorites
With answer key
Interactive
  • Preschool
  • Mental math skills
  • Math
Addition and subtraction worksheet: Fact Families
Addition and subtraction worksheet: Fact Families

Fact Families — Add and Subtract Worksheet

Kids will love seeing how families of numbers "live" in their own houses!
Fact Families — Add and Subtract Worksheet
Worksheet
Math: Two And Three Addition PDF Worksheet
Math: Two And Three Addition PDF Worksheet

Two And Three Addition Worksheet

Give your children the task and let them find the path to the right answer while they make their way through the maze, and don't forget to let them trace the path.
Two And Three Addition Worksheet
Worksheet
Multiplication Facts: Assessment 3 Worksheet
Multiplication Facts: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Multiplication Facts: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Test your kid's maths skills with this easy to use worksheet! Help them check the box that matches the equation in the first part, then read each word problem and underline the right answers to the second part. Assess your child's muliplication knowledge and find out where they need extra help.
Multiplication Facts: Assessment 3 Worksheet
Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet

Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet

Help your child understand school topics better with your assistance. For math, go over their worksheet together and discuss the instructions and text. Solve the questions and check the right equation. This will take their learning to the next level.
Sums and Differences Within 1 - Assessment 1 Worksheet
Worksheet
At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet
At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet

At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet

Take your kids to the beach and show them that math can be fun! Look at the picture on the worksheet, then help them solve the addition and subtraction problems. Check the answers together and enjoy a day of learning and fun!
At the Beach Subtraction Worksheet
Worksheet


Parents and teachers should care about mental math skills in preschool because it lays a foundational bedrock for future academic success and real-world problem-solving. Mental math – performing calculations in one’s head – helps develop cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and logical thinking. These skills are fundamental for all areas of learning, not just mathematics. Early proficiency in mental math fosters a positive attitude towards numbers, helping children perceive math as enjoyable and accessible rather than intimidating.

Additionally, strong mental math skills can boost confidence. When children can quickly and accurately solve problems, they feel more capable and confident in their mathematical abilities. This self-confidence often spills over into other subjects and areas of life. Mental math also sharpens a child’s ability to think on their feet, an invaluable skill for daily situations like making quick decisions, handling money, or solving puzzles.

For teachers, integrating mental math into preschool education supports differentiated learning strategies, catering to diverse learning speeds and styles. For parents, encouraging mental math through games and daily activities strengthens the educational bond and promotes a supportive home learning environment. In essence, nurturing mental math skills from an early age equips children with critical tools for lifelong success and problem-solving.