Playing cards flip and add

Make learning addition fun with this engaging Flip and Add maths activity! Perfect for Reception and Year 1 pupils, this simple resource encourages children to practise adding numbers together through a hands-on game. Based on Flip and add.

Children flip over two cards, identify the numbers, and add them together to find the total. This activity helps develop fluency, number confidence, and early mental maths skills in an enjoyable and interactive way.

What’s Included?
Printable number cards
Simple flip-and-add game format
Low-prep resource
Suitable for independent, partner, or small-group learning

Skills Covered
Addition
Number recognition
Counting on
Mental maths
Number fluency
Mathematical reasoning
Perfect For
Maths lessons
Continuous provision
Maths centres
Morning activities
Intervention groups
Home learning

Suggested Setup
Place the cards face down in a pile. Children flip over two cards, say the numbers aloud, and add them together to find the total. They can record their answers on a whiteboard or worksheet for extra practice.

Why You’ll Love This Resource
Quick and easy to prepare
Encourages independent practice
Builds confidence with addition facts
Ideal for provision and small-group work
Supports a playful approach to early maths

A simple yet effective activity for developing addition skills through hands-on learning and mathematical discussion.