Decimal column addition 4.35 + 1.27 — free printable diagram

About this illustration

This colorful flat illustration demonstrates the process of adding decimals using a column method. It features a grid showing 'ONES', 'TENTHS', and 'HUNDREDTHS' place values, with the numbers 4.35 and 1.27 vertically aligned for addition, resulting in 5.62. Visual cues include a lightbulb reminding "Decimal points go straight down!" and a friendly cartoon calculator. This image teaches the fundamental procedure for adding decimal numbers, emphasizing the importance of place value alignment. It is ideal for a mathematics worksheet as an example, a slide for direct instruction, or as a visual aid in US/UK classrooms. The visual style is a vibrant, flat illustration with clear text and simple, friendly cartoon elements.

How to use

1. 1Right-click the image and choose “Save image as”, or use the download button.
2. 2Use it in your classroom worksheets, slides or printables — free under CC BY-NC 4.0.
3. 3Attribute as “Image by Kuraplan” or link back to kuraplan.com. Not for commercial resale.