Decimals - Adding Decimals within 1 (2) - Worksheet

The worksheet is designed to help children master the skill of adding decimals within 1, employing the column method for precision and fluency. Initially, students are tasked with adding decimals that have the same number of decimal places. As they gain confidence, the complexity increases as they are then required to add numbers with different decimal places. To further challenge their understanding, the worksheet provides exercises where children must add three decimal numbers and compare the sums using comparison symbols. This not only reinforces their addition skills but also encourages them to understand the value of each decimal place.

In addition to the numerical exercises, the worksheet includes reasoning and problem-solving tasks to deepen the children's comprehension. One such problem highlights a common mistake where a pupil, Esin, incorrectly adds two decimals, leading to a discussion about the importance of place value and the use of zeros as placeholders. Another task involves creating the largest and smallest possible number sentences using a given set of digit cards, which tests the students' ability to manipulate and order decimal numbers effectively. These activities are designed to promote critical thinking and ensure that the children can apply their knowledge of decimal addition in various contexts.