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Explore our engaging Addition and Subtraction worksheets tailored for children ages 5-6! Designed to reinforce basic math skills, these worksheets provide a fun and interactive way for young learners to master essential concepts. With a variety of problems, colorful illustrations, and appealing themes, your child will develop confidence in their math abilities while enjoying the process. Our worksheets cater to different learning styles, ensuring that every child finds an enjoyable way to practice. Perfect for at-home learning or classroom activities, these resources will help your little one build a strong foundation in math. Download now to start the learning adventure!


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Math PDF Worksheet: Count Winter Things
Math PDF Worksheet: Count Winter Things

Count Winter Things Worksheet

This chilly winter afternoon, help your kid warm up with Kids Academy's free math worksheet - full of bright pictures and addition practice. Let them count the things and write in the numbers for a great brain training and math head start. Get more free math worksheets here. (80 words)
Count Winter Things Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 72
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 72
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 72
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Missing 12 Worksheet
Missing 12 Worksheet

Missing 12 Worksheet

Help your kids find the missing number in this fun nature worksheet. Engage them with this educational exercise - combining teaching and fun. Encourage them to practice addition and subtraction skills. Look at the picture with them. Which equations have 12 as the missing number? Guide them to trace the dotted lines for the correct answers.
Missing 12 Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 5
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 5
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 5
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Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet
Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet

Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet

Before tackling the math problem, get your kids ready by asking them to share their favorite holiday and why. Then, look at the picture on the worksheet with them. Help them examine the numbers and problems, and select the number sentence that shows what's happening with each string of light. 80 words.
Holiday Lights Subtraction Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 70
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 70
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 70
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Subtracting Socks Worksheet
Subtracting Socks Worksheet

Subtracting Socks Worksheet

Before beginning this exercise with your children, warm them up with a counting game. If math is not their favorite subject, use this worksheet. Help them read the two word problems, then use their fingers to count and subtract. Ask them to select the correct answer and check the box.
Subtracting Socks Worksheet
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Merry Bus Equations Worksheet
Merry Bus Equations Worksheet

Merry Bus Equations Worksheet

Help your child master elementary math with this fun worksheet! Featuring colorful buses and a variety of addition and subtraction equations, some with 3-digit numbers, it encourages kids to find the missing number and choose the correct answer. Give them the practice they need for success!
Merry Bus Equations Worksheet
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Load up to 15 Worksheet
Load up to 15 Worksheet

Load up to 15 Worksheet

Your students can practice addition and counting skills with this worksheet. Each equation has 6 boxes to count. Check the group that equals 15 to complete the exercise. Help your kindergartners if they need it.
Load up to 15 Worksheet
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Garden Subtraction Worksheet
Garden Subtraction Worksheet

Garden Subtraction Worksheet

Help your kids understand math with this fun, garden-themed subtraction worksheet! Have them read the number sentences and count the veggies in each row. Then, subtract 10 from each row to find the answer. They'll love counting the colorful veggies and solving the problems!
Garden Subtraction Worksheet
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Counting Seedlings Worksheet
Counting Seedlings Worksheet

Counting Seedlings Worksheet

Understanding math word problems is key. Multiple steps can prove challenging - this free worksheet provides one-to-one picture representation to help kids solve multi-step addition word problems. Strengthen addition skills by choosing the matching picture to the answer.
Counting Seedlings Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 36
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 36
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 36
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Math: Subtraction Ten And Six PDF Worksheet
Math: Subtraction Ten And Six PDF Worksheet

Subtraction Ten And Six Worksheet

Get Kids Academy and practice subtraction with fun!
Subtraction Ten And Six Worksheet
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Valentine’s Day word problems worksheet
Valentine’s Day word problems worksheet

Valentines Day Word Problem Worksheet

This Valentine's Day worksheet will help your child practice using a number line to solve an addition problem. It's a great way to boost confidence and make solving word problems a breeze.
Valentines Day Word Problem Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 59
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 59
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 59
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Subtracting Toys with Tyler Worksheet
Subtracting Toys with Tyler Worksheet

Subtracting Toys with Tyler Worksheet

Kids can use cheerful cars and busses to help Tyler donate toys to needy children. The worksheet provides one-to-one representation to help them select the correct subtraction equation, while sharpening their math skills and accuracy. It's exciting and educational!
Subtracting Toys with Tyler Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 77
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 77
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 77
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 2
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 2
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 2
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 63
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 63
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 63
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Addition Practice Sheet: Part 2
Addition Practice Sheet: Part 2

Addition Practice Sheet: Part 2

Make sure your kids understand place value before introducing two/three-digit addition. To help, use Kids Academy's colorful cube worksheet. It provides all the manipulatives needed to solve the problem and find totals. A great way to explain the concept behind the addition!
Addition Practice Sheet: Part 2
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Pizza Fraction Printable
Pizza Fraction Printable

Fractions: Pizza Printable

Fractions can be tricky for kids, but this pizza fractions printable can help! Kids can understand fractions by seeing them, as they use one of their favorite foods. It helps them grasp the concept and gain a deeper understanding of what fractions represent. Extend their learning by quizzing them when you order pizza next time.
Fractions: Pizza Printable
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 58
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 58
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 58
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 7
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 7
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 7
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Math: Five Minus Two PDF Worksheet
Math: Five Minus Two PDF Worksheet

Five Minus Two Worksheet

Help the dog find its way by practising subtraction - trace the path and make sure to have fun!
Five Minus Two Worksheet
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Basic math skills, particularly addition and subtraction, are critical for children ages 5-6 as they lay the foundation for lifelong learning and problem-solving abilities. At this developmental stage, children are naturally curious and eager to explore their world, making it the perfect time to introduce these fundamental concepts. Understanding addition and subtraction helps them to recognize patterns, relationships, and the concept of quantity, which are vital for advanced mathematical skills later on.

Moreover, these math skills boost cognitive development, enhancing memory, critical thinking, and spatial awareness. As children learn to add and subtract, they gain confidence in their abilities, which encourages a positive attitude toward learning and challenges in general. Engaging in these basic math skills also fosters social interaction, as they often collaborate with peers in group activities.

Additionally, a strong grasp of addition and subtraction is essential for everyday life tasks, such as shopping, cooking, and managing money. Parents and teachers play a pivotal role in creating engaging learning experiences that connect math to real-life situations, making it relevant and enjoyable. By investing time and resources in mastering these skills, parents and teachers empower children to succeed academically and develop essential life skills.