Mathematics·Addition & Subtraction·procedural
Early Word Problems
Solve one-step word problems involving addition and subtraction to 20, including missing-number problems
Suggested ages 5–7
Learning journey
Your child is building a strong foundation in addition and subtraction, learning to combine and separate numbers up to 20 using objects, drawings, and mental strategies.
Evidence of understanding
- Solve 'I have 12 sweets and eat 4, how many left?'
- Solve missing number: 7 = [ ] – 9
- Solve problems using concrete objects and pictorial representations
Assessment prompt
If you say 'I had some sweets, ate 5, and now have 9 left — how many did I start with?', can Early Word Problems figure out the missing number?
Standards alignment
1.OA.1US · ccss-math
Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · 1
Maths/Y1/AS/4GB · uk-nc-2013
Solve one-step addition and subtraction problems
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1