Word Problems to 20
Word Problems to 20 helps children practise solving one-step stories with addition or subtraction up to 20. Read the short guide, solve one task online, and print a worksheet for extra repetition.
How to solve this
- Read the story slowly.
- Circle or say the numbers you hear.
- Decide whether the story is about getting more or having less.
Examples
Lena has 7 apples. She gets 4 more. How many apples now?
11
Tom has 15 stickers. He gives away 3. How many are left?
12
What children practice
- finding numbers in a story
- choosing + or -
- answering with one clear result
Practice online
Try one short exercise in the browser.
Printable worksheet
Create a fresh printable worksheet with an answer key for extra practice on paper.
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FAQ
What should children know before word Problems to 20?
It helps if children are already comfortable with addition and subtraction to 20.
What can we do if word Problems to 20 feels hard?
Read the story twice. First ask what happened, then decide if the amount gets bigger or smaller.
How much practice is enough?
A short round of 5 to 10 minutes is usually enough for first graders. Stop while the child is still focused.