This worksheet is a great way to introduce young learners to simple addition and subtraction word problems. It breaks down each problem into easy steps, making it simple for children to understand and solve. Teachers can use this worksheet to guide students through different strategies, like drawing pictures, using ten frames, following number lines, and breaking down problems with number bonds. These techniques help children grasp math concepts in a fun and engaging way.
How to use this worksheet:
Ask the child to read the problem: “Mary had 6 cookies, but she ate 2. How many cookies does she have left?” Ensure that they understand it. Discuss the key elements of the problem. Mary had 6 cookies, and she ate 2 of them. Explain that these pieces of information will help in solving the problem.
Choose one or more strategies to solve the problem.
Draw a picture:
Ask the child to draw a picture representing the problem in the designated box. For example, they can draw 6 cookies, then cross out 2 to show the ones that were eaten.
Use a ten-frame:
Guide the child to represent the problem using the ten frame. Ask the child to fill in 6 boxes for the cookies Mary had, then cross out 2 boxes to represent the cookies she ate.
Follow the number line:
Show the child how to use the number line to solve the problem. Start at number 6 (representing the cookies Mary had). Move 2 steps to the left, landing on number 4.
Deeper engagement with the problem.
Use number bonds:
Ask the child to break down the problem using number bonds. The number bond will show the number 6 split into 4 (cookies left) and 2 (cookies eaten). Answer: The number bond should have 6 as the whole, with 4 and 2 as the parts.
Write the sentence:
Have the child write a complete math sentence that answers the word problem in the provided space. Answer: 6-2=4.
This worksheet is an excellent resource for helping students practice and master simple addition and subtraction word problems. It’s a must-have for any classroom, making it easy for students to develop strong math skills. Download this worksheet today to support your students’ success in math!
Printing options: black lines.
