
Addition and subtraction - ways to make a number
Free printable Grade 1 math worksheet for "Addition and subtraction - ways to make a number" — practice addition and subtraction up to 20. No-prep, print or assign online.
This worksheet helps Grade 1 students explore various addition and subtraction combinations to make numbers up to 20. Teachers can use it to reinforce number sense and arithmetic fluency by encouraging students to find multiple ways to reach the same total. The activities support developing flexible thinking in addition and subtraction within early math learning.
Learning objectives
- Identify different addition and subtraction combinations that result in the same number up to 20
- Demonstrate understanding of number composition by creating multiple addition and subtraction equations for a given number
- Apply addition and subtraction skills to solve problems involving numbers up to 20
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What grade or age is this Math worksheet for?
It's designed for Grade 1 (ages 6–7), covering Addition and subtraction up to 20.
Does it come with an answer key?
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