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Year 2 Addition Practice

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Year 2 Addition Practice

Addition symbols and numbers

🎯 WALT: We Are Learning To add one- and two-digit numbers using mental strategies

Success Criteria:

I can add by counting on

I can use doubles to help me add

I can bridge to 10 to add numbers

I can solve addition word problems

🧮 Part 1: Mental Addition Strategies

1. Use the "count on" strategy. Start with the bigger number:

a) 8 + 3 = _____

b) 15 + 4 = _____

c) 7 + 5 = _____

2. Use doubles to help you add:

a) 6 + 6 = _____ so 6 + 7 = _____

b) 4 + 4 = _____ so 4 + 5 = _____

3. Bridge to 10. Show your thinking:

a) 7 + 5 = 7 + _____ + _____ = _____

b) 8 + 6 = 8 + _____ + _____ = _____

💰 Part 2: Word Problems

4. Sarah has 15 stickers. Her friend gives her 8 more stickers. How many stickers does Sarah have now?
5. At the school canteen, Tom buys a sandwich for $4 and a juice for $3. How much money did Tom spend altogether?
6. In the classroom, there are 12 red pencils and 9 blue pencils. How many pencils are there in total?

🌟 Extension Activities (Challenge Yourself!)

7. Complete these number sentences:

a) 25 + _____ = 32

b) _____ + 17 = 24

c) 18 + 15 = _____ + 20

8. Create your own addition word problem using money:

📚 Differentiation Support

Need extra help?

• Use counters, fingers, or a number line

• Start with smaller numbers (sums to 10)

• Work with a partner

Dyslexia-friendly tip:

• Cover other questions with paper

• Use a coloured overlay if helpful

• Take breaks between sections

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