What is Adding Three Numbers?
Adding three numbers is like putting together three groups of things!
When we add three numbers, we're combining three amounts to find the total. It's like counting all your red, blue, and green crayons together!
How to Add Three Numbers
1️⃣ Step 1: Add the first two numbers together
2️⃣ Step 2: Take that answer and add the third number
3️⃣ Step 3: You've got your total! 🎉
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: Fruit Basket
You have 3 apples, 2 bananas, and 4 oranges. How many fruits do you have in total?
3
+
2
+
4
=
Example 2: Toy Cars
There are 5 red cars, 1 blue car, and 3 green cars. How many cars are there altogether?
5
+
1
+
3
=
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use real objects: Have your child count actual items like toys or snacks to make addition more concrete.
- Break it down: Encourage adding two numbers first, then adding the third to make it less overwhelming.
- Make it fun: Turn addition into a game by using dice or playing cards to generate random numbers to add.