Here is a real mixture of addition and subtraction questions which can all be answered mentally without resorting to written methods. The questions include adding 2-digit multiples of 10 to 3-digit numbers and subtracting 2-digit multiples of 10 from 3-digit numbers. Interestingly, some of the addition statements can be answered by subtraction and some of [...]

This set of addition worksheets has a mixed selection of questions to stretch the capabilities of most children in Year 4. At this stage we are looking for rapid responses using a variety of different skills depending on the type of question. Let’s look at some of the different types of question and some possible [...]

Here is a set of pages which at first glance may appear very easy, but in fact can be quite tricky. A 3-digit addition sum has been set out using the standard written method and the answer is also given. But, there are two digits missing and the task is to find the missing digits. [...]

Here is a slightly different way at looking at addition of small numbers, suitable for children in year 3. The answer is 17, what could the two whole numbers be to make this total? Encourage working in a logical, well organised way so that children know whether they have got all the possible answers. In [...]

The expectations for children using mental arithmetic are very high in Years 5 and 6. In fact, by the end of year 6 they match most of what would be expected in High School or as an adult. In order to reach these high targets a great deal of practice needs to be put in [...]

Here is another set of pages, just published, which concentrates on adding a single digit to a multiple of 10. It is another on our series of addition grids, which can be used as a check to see how well children have mastered this skill. It is interesting to watch to see how children tackle [...]

We have just launched some great new maths addition games for year 1. Lots of practice for addition in two new categories. Revise Addition Maths Games 13 new games for those not too confident with addition why not start with our revise addition games for year 1? To begin with we use pictures to help [...]

Sometimes it’s really good to give children a straightforward task that can be easily achieved if they approach it in the right way. These addition by counting on pages do just that. They ask what is needed to make the next whole ten eg 36 + ? = 40. These can be worked out by [...]

Jane from Doncaster has asked us if we could produce some maths worksheets on adding multiples of ten as there is a little gap in our resources; so here they are, found in our Year 2 addition section. These are basic pages which all concentrate on adding multiples of 10. Keeping to numbers below 100 [...]

Here we have two pages which give a series of questions related to the six digits shown. Some of these might take longer than others; for example, finding three numbers from six that total 20 will probably involve some ‘trial and improvement’ techniques, although children who are confident with knowing the totals of any 2 [...]