What Are Addition Word Problems?
Word problems help us use math in everyday life!
These are math questions told as little stories. We read the problem, find the numbers, and add them together to solve it. Today we'll practice with numbers from 0 to 9 - perfect for first graders!
How to Solve Addition Word Problems
1️⃣ Read carefully - Find the numbers in the story
2️⃣ Understand - What are we adding together?
3️⃣ Solve - Add the numbers and find the answer!
Let's Practice Together!
Problem 1
Sarah has 3 apples. Her friend gives her 4 more apples. How many apples does Sarah have now?
Sarah has 3 apples + 4 apples = 7 apples total!
Great job! You added 3 and 4 to make 7.
Problem 2
There are 2 dogs playing in the park. Then 5 more dogs join them. How many dogs are playing now?
There were 2 dogs + 5 dogs = 7 dogs playing together!
Wonderful! You added 2 and 5 to make 7.
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use real objects like toys or snacks to act out the problems - this makes math tangible and fun!
- Encourage drawing - Have your child draw pictures to represent the word problems.
- Make it a game - Create simple addition stories about their favorite things (dinosaurs, princesses, cars, etc.).