Addends to 9 Problem Solving Worksheet – 1st Grade Addition Practice

The Addends to 9 Problem Solving Worksheet gives first grade students focused, no-prep practice with problem solving. It is a print-and-go math page that fits easily into a mini-lesson, a center rotation, or a quick review day.

Learning objective: By the end of this activity, students will be able to use their problem solving skills accurately and explain their thinking.

Why it works: Students stay on task because the directions are short and the practice is the right size for one sitting. Teachers save time because the page is ready to print and easy to check.

What's included:

• 1 printable worksheet page

• Clear, student-friendly directions

• Answer key (1 page)

• Cover page

How it's organized: The page opens with these directions: "Read each story and add. Write the answer and its unit in the box." Students then complete the practice items in order and check their work before turning it in.

Grade level: Designed for first grade students. It also works well for kindergarten and second grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.

How to use it: It is a great fit for morning work, learning centers, intervention groups, test review, homeschool lessons, and take-home practice.

Answer key: An answer key is included, so you can check work quickly or let students self-correct.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Send it home as homework so families can see what their child is learning in math.

• Use it as an exit ticket the day after a problem solving lesson to see who needs more support.

• Model the first item together, then let students finish the rest independently.

Skills covered: Addition, Problem Solving, Word Problems, Math

Standards: Supports Common Core 1. OA.C.6, 1. OA.A.1.

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 3 (1 worksheet page, 1 answer key page, 1 cover page).

Have Fun Teaching creates classroom-tested resources for PreK through 6th grade. Follow our shop to find more math worksheets that pair well with this page. Have Fun Teaching on Teach Simple