Addition to 5

Addition to 5 worksheets for preschool: Free printables to teach sums up to 5. Explore number bonds, domino math, and fluency drills for kindergarten.

Free Addition to 5 Worksheets (Preschool & Kindergarten)

Mastering the "Sums to 5" is the first real step into arithmetic. Our Addition to 5 Worksheets help preschoolers move from counting objects to understanding actual number logic using tools like dominoes, dice, and five-frames.

🎓 Why Start with "Addition to 5"?

Before tackling big numbers, children must build fluency with small sums. This collection focuses on:

1️⃣ Number Sense: Understanding that "2 + 3" and "4 + 1" both make 5 (Decomposition).
🎲 Manipulatives: Using tools like Dice and Dominoes to visualize values.
🚀 Fluency: Building speed with simple math drills.

➕ What's in This Collection?

We go beyond simple pictures. This tag includes technical math practice:

Ways to Make 5: Learning number bonds and missing addends.
Dice & Domino Math: Adding dots to find the total sum.
Five Frames: Using the 5-grid system for visual addition.
Vertical & Horizontal Drills: Practice for writing equations.
Color by Addition: Solving math problems to reveal a picture.

🔍 Looking for Different Methods?

If your child is just starting or needs a different approach, try these related categories:

🍎 Too hard? Start with Picture Addition Worksheets to count objects first.
🖐️ Hands-on? Use our Finger Addition Worksheets for the most natural counting method.