Adding 3 Numbers – Strategies, Practice, and Word Problems

Help your students build confidence with adding three numbers using clear strategies and meaningful practice. This resource is ideal for first grade and supports students as they develop strong number sense and flexible thinking.

This no-prep pack provides structured practice with multiple strategies so students learn that there is more than one way to solve an addition problem.

What’s Included:

• 2 pages of standard practice for adding 3 numbers
  
• 2 pages focused on the Make a 10 strategy
  
• 2 pages focused on the Doubles strategy
  
• 3 pages of word problems involving adding 3 numbers
  
• 1 bonus Roll and Add activity page
  
• 1 bonus matching page (match the equation to the correct answer)
  

Skills Covered:

• Adding three numbers within 20
  
• Using the Make a 10 strategy
  
• Using doubles and near doubles
  
• Solving addition word problems
  
• Building number sense and strategy flexibility
  

How You Can Use This Resource:

• Independent practice
  
• Math centers
  
• Small groups or intervention
  
• Morning work
  
• Homework
  
• Review or test prep
  

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

• No prep, print-and-go format
  
• Supports multiple addition strategies
  
• Clear and student-friendly layouts
  
• Includes engaging bonus activities

If you have any questions please reach out to me via email and I would be happy to help (smartytrunks@gmail.com).