Turn tricky addition into something easy

If your students get stuck on problems like 28 + 7 or 19 + 8, this resource teaches them a simple, powerful strategy:

👉 Make the numbers friendly first

The Friendly Numbers Strategy Kit shows students how to adjust numbers to reach 10, 20, or 30, so the hardest part of the problem disappears.

Instead of struggling or guessing, students learn to:
✔ turn tricky numbers into easy ones
✔ solve problems faster
✔ build confidence with math

🧠 Built for learners who need support

Perfect for:

• Struggling math learners
• Students who get stuck on “hard parts” of addition
• Dyscalculia or number sense gaps
• ADHD, autism, or working memory challenges
• Special education & intervention
• Homeschool learners

🛠️ What’s included

This resource follows a structured, supportive approach:

• ✔ “I Do” modeled example
• ✔ “We Do” guided practice
• ✔ “You Try” independent practice
• ✔ Full-size answer pages that TEACH (not just answers)
• ✔ Built-in number helper on every page
• ✔ Create-your-own problem template

💡 Why this works

✔ Removes the hardest part of the problem
Students don’t have to struggle with tricky numbers.

✔ Builds to friendly numbers (10, 20, 30)
Makes addition more predictable and manageable.

✔ Encourages flexible thinking
Students learn to adjust numbers in a way that helps them.

✔ Reduces overwhelm
Clean layout with one problem per page.

✔ Supports diverse learners
Designed with extra structure and clarity.

⭐ Built-in supports that make a difference🔢 Number Helper (on every page)

Supports:

• number formation
• working memory
• number reversals

Students always have a reference available.

📝 Create-Your-Own Problem Page

Includes a blank template so students can:

• create their own problems
• practice the strategy independently
• demonstrate understanding

📘 Answer Pages That Teach

Full-size answer sheets model the strategy step-by-step so students can:

• check their work independently
• see how the strategy works
• build confidence

📘 Skills covered

• Addition within 20
• Making friendly numbers (10, 20, 30)
• Flexible number thinking
• Step-by-step problem solving
• Visual math strategies

🔗 Pairs well with:

• Addition Within 10 Strategy Kit
• Break Apart Strategy
• Number Line Strategy
• Math Strategies Bundle

💬 A quick note

Students may adjust numbers in different ways—and that’s okay.
This resource focuses on helping students choose what makes the problem easier, not forcing one “correct” method.

📘 Standards Alignment:

• CCSS 1.OA.C.6
• CCSS 1.OA.C.5
• CCSS 1.OA.A.1

💡 Struggling with Math + Organization?

Executive function challenges often impact math learning.

• Number Sense → Build number understanding step-by-step

• Guided Math Practice → Make abstract concepts concrete

• Skip Counting & Number Sense → Strengthen foundational skills

Many learners with dyscalculia also struggle with executive functioning (memory, sequencing, task completion).

• Executive Function Toolkit → Support planning and organization

• Task Initiation Tools → Reduce frustration and avoidance

✨ These supports make math feel more manageable.

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