Missing Butterflies

Worksheet Description

The worksheet is a creative educational activity that combines art with mathematics, specifically designed for young learners to practice addition up to 10. It features a series of equations with the first addend provided and a ten-frame model beside each. Students are instructed to draw butterflies in the empty boxes of the ten-frame to represent the second addend, which, when added to the first, equals 10. The task combines counting with visual representation and includes a “How Did You Do?” section for self-assessment.

This worksheet aims to teach students the concept of making 10, reinforcing their understanding of number bonds and addition. By drawing a concrete number of butterflies, the students can visually comprehend how different pairs of numbers add up to 10. The exercise helps develop both the fine motor skills involved in drawing and the mathematical skill of visualizing and solving addition problems. The self-assessment section encourages students to reflect on their work and evaluate their understanding of the concept.