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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

kids addition activity​

This project is intended for kids ages 6+.

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Print Project

Step 1

Click here to download and print the template; then cut out the pieces.

Step 2

Trace the circle three times onto cardstock and cut out the shapes.

Step 3

Measure and divide the circle into eight pie pieces on each circle. Draw the lines onto the circles, then number the pieces 1-8. Do this for each circle.
TIP: Create two (or three) circles, depending on how many numbers you want to add.

Step 4

Add an arrow to each circle by poking a hole in the end of the arrow and the middle of each circle. Insert a brad through the holes, then glue the circles onto a piece of cardstock.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 5

Create the worksheet portion of the activity below the circles.
TIP: To use the activity, position the arrows on different numbers, then write the numbers in the worksheet area. Add them up and write the sum.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Jumbo Elmer's® Disappearing Purple School Glue Stick

    Item # 10040621 
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    $4.99
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    South Beach 8.5" x 11" Cardstock Paper by Recollections®, 50 Sheets

    Item # 10226244 
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    $11.99
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    20 Colour Round Tip Washable Marker Set by Creatology®

    Item # 10633443 
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    $6.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Gold Brads, 110ct. by Creatology™

    Item # 10713648 
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    $5.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Assorted Fiskars® Pointed-Tip Kids Scissors

    Item # 10405621 
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    $6.99
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Ruler
  • Pencil
Instructions
Step 1

Click here to download and print the template; then cut out the pieces.

Step 2

Trace the circle three times onto cardstock and cut out the shapes.

Step 3

Measure and divide the circle into eight pie pieces on each circle. Draw the lines onto the circles, then number the pieces 1-8. Do this for each circle.
TIP: Create two (or three) circles, depending on how many numbers you want to add.

Step 4

Add an arrow to each circle by poking a hole in the end of the arrow and the middle of each circle. Insert a brad through the holes, then glue the circles onto a piece of cardstock.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 5

Create the worksheet portion of the activity below the circles.
TIP: To use the activity, position the arrows on different numbers, then write the numbers in the worksheet area. Add them up and write the sum.

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