Year 1 Maths: Visual Word Problems Within 20

Practise Year 1 addition and subtraction word problems within 20 with visual dot models, space to show thinking and answers.

This printable pack supports children in understanding one-step word problems through four structures: joining, taking away, comparing quantities and finding a missing part.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• 24 word problems: 12 within 10 and 12 within 20.
• One problem per worksheet, with a visual dot model.
• Space to show thinking, write an equation and record an answer.
• 2 pages of teacher guidance.
• 1 worked example.
• 4 pages of answers and reasoning.
• 32 pages in total, including the cover.

SKILLS COVERED

• Joining two groups.
• Taking away from a starting amount.
• Comparing quantities to find the difference.
• Finding a missing part when the whole and one part are known.

HOW TO USE

Use in guided maths groups, short practice sessions or additional support activities. Choose the number range that suits the learner.

Read problems aloud where needed so that reading difficulty does not prevent mathematical thinking. Use the dot models to discuss what is happening in each problem. When pupils are ready, cover the supplied model and ask them to draw their own.

Encourage children to explain how their equation and answer match the story. Answer guidance includes calculations and brief explanations; equivalent correct equations are welcome.

SUITABILITY

Designed for Year 1 / KS1, with support adapted to the learner. This is a supported practice pack covering four problem structures. It does not cover every possible position of the unknown or provide a complete maths programme.

FORMAT

Printable, non-editable PDF.
A4 pages with UK English.
No additional book or software subscription required.

Please view the preview to see examples of the actual worksheets.