Addition and subtraction within 10 - Number bonds - Worksheet

This worksheet provides an engaging activity for children to learn number bonds within 10. It encourages them to look at a given picture and replicate the amount using cubes, after which they are to explore and list all the possible number bonds for that amount. For instance, one example is already provided to guide them: 1 + 2 equals 3. The worksheet then lists various combinations that sum up to numbers from 4 to 8, such as 1 + 3 equals 4, and 1 + 7 equals 8, demonstrating the concept of number bonds through addition. This exercise not only helps in reinforcing the children's understanding of number bonds but also aids in developing their addition skills within the number range of 10.

Moreover, the worksheet includes a section with answers to aid in self-assessment or to facilitate teachers in checking the children's work. It provides all the possible combinations for each number bond, including those that may not be immediately obvious, such as 3 + 5 equals 8 and 5 + 3 equals 8, emphasizing the commutative property of addition. Additionally, the worksheet extends the activity to cover number bonds that sum up to 9 and 10, with examples like 1 + 8 equals 9 and 2 + 8 equals 10. This comprehensive approach ensures that children grasp the concept thoroughly and are able to find number bonds confidently within the number 10.