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Missing Addends Worksheets
Find the missing part in addition equations and picture stories by thinking about how many more are needed to make a known total.
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Fill The Five FrameUse fill the five frame pictures to join groups and solve independent addition problems.KindergartenFree PDF preview
How Many More To FiveUse how many more to five pictures to join groups and solve independent addition problems.KindergartenFree PDF preview
Missing Addend PicturesUse missing addend pictures pictures to join groups and solve independent addition problems.KindergartenFree PDF preview
Make Ten Missing PartsUse make ten missing parts pictures to join groups and solve independent addition problems.KindergartenFree PDF preview
Addition Blank BoxesUse addition blank boxes pictures to join groups and solve independent addition problems.KindergartenFree PDF preview
Missing Addend StoriesUse missing addend stories pictures to join groups and solve independent addition problems.KindergartenFree PDF previewPractice that builds confidence
Find the part that is missing
Find the missing part in addition equations and picture stories by thinking about how many more are needed to make a known total.
A missing-addend problem gives a whole and one part, then asks what more is needed. Children can fill empty spaces in a frame, draw the missing objects, or count up from the known part.
Make the blank meaningful
Use a part-part-whole mat with counters. Teachers can cover one part after showing the total; families can place counters in a row and ask how many empty spaces remain.
Guidance for parents and teachers
Show the total and one part with counters, then leave empty spaces for the unknown part. Say 'We have __ and need __ altogether; how many more?' rather than treating the blank as a trick. In class, use part-part-whole mats; at home, use a row of snack pieces or buttons. Simplify with totals to five. Extend by asking children to write the related addition fact. Prompt: 'How many spaces are empty before we reach the total?'
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Frequently asked questions
Is this subtraction?
It can be solved by finding the difference, but the worksheet language keeps the focus on addition and 'how many more'.
What tool helps most?
A five frame or ten frame makes the empty spaces easy to see.
Is this missing addends kindergarten worksheet free?
Yes. You can preview it for free and use the printable worksheet for home or classroom practice.
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