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Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables
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"This resource has been an amazing addition to my classroom! It is engaging, easy to use, and provides meaningful practice that really helps students build their skills and confidence. "
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Stefanie J.
"I was able to use these activities for small group work! Easy to prep, for my 5th grade mentors to understand and help my 1st graders with too!"
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Kellie L.

Description

Looking for a clear, hands-on way to teach addition and subtraction using number lines? This top-rated resource is a classroom favorite for helping K–3 students master number line strategies through interactive, movement-based lessons. Whether you're introducing number lines or reinforcing number sense, these print-and-go math activities make learning stick.

Want a closer look? The full preview shows all materials designed to reinforce addition and subtraction on a number line.

Ideal for whole-group instruction and student practice, this packet includes everything you need to build confidence with addition and subtraction to 20—all while keeping students engaged.


What’s Included:

  • Number Line Charts: Visuals that define and model number line use with vocabulary like sum, addend, difference, minuend, and subtrahend.
  • Whole Group Instruction Pages: Engage the class with guided problem-solving using number lines. Students follow along on their own worksheets for hands-on practice.
  • Student Number Lines (0–10 or 0–20): Perfect for laminating and using during daily lessons.
  • Interactive Number Line Craft (0–10): A hands-on math craft using cardstock, pipe cleaners, and beads.
  • Large Teacher Number Line (0–10 and 0–20): Great for modeling strategies on the board or wall. Display in the classroom for ongoing reference.
  • Floor Number Line (0–20): Lay number cards on the floor for whole-group lessons where students jump to solve equations. Or turn the cards into necklaces so students can become the number line. A hands-on way to build number sense through movement.
  • 45+ Practice Pages & Assessments: Includes skill-building worksheets and assessments focused on number line strategies for addition and subtraction.
  • Math Hunt Activity: Students solve math problems around the room using a number line, making learning more engaging through movement.
  • Number Line Race Game: A fun partner activity where students race to solve equations using number lines.
  • Make a Number Line Worksheets: Students build and use their own number lines to solve equations.
  • Story Problems: Real-world application of number lines as a math tool.
  • More/Less Than Worksheets & Board Game: Practice comparing numbers and building number sense through interactive whole-class or small group play.
  • Equations with 3 Addends Worksheets: A great challenge for students ready for more.
  • Missing Addends Worksheets: Practice finding unknowns using number line strategies.
  • Answer Keys: For easy grading and student self-checking.

⭐ Perfect For:

  • K–3 Math Lessons
  • Whole-Group Instruction
  • Intervention or Small-Group Review
  • Homeschool
  • Print-and-Go Practice

⭐ Why Teachers Love It:

  • Used in 7,800+ classrooms across grades K–3
  • Makes number line concepts visual, active, and easy to teach
  • Engages students with movement-based learning and hands-on practice
  • Offers a mix of printables, games, and interactive activities
  • Perfect for whole-group instruction and daily math routines
  • Saves teachers time with ready-to-use materials and answer keys
  • Helps build confidence and number sense through repetition and real-world application

⭐ Make number lines meaningful and math more engaging with this classroom-tested resource!

Be sure to check out the full preview to see everything that’s included.


Need more classroom inspiration and print-and-go resources? Let’s stay connected! Follow me on Teachers Pay Teachers, Instagram, and Facebook for fun seasonal activities and engaging lesson ideas to make your school year easier.

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Number Line Activities | Addition & Subtraction to 20 | K–3 Math Printables

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What others say

"This resource has been an amazing addition to my classroom! It is engaging, easy to use, and provides meaningful practice that really helps students build their skills and confidence. "
star
Stefanie J.
"I was able to use these activities for small group work! Easy to prep, for my 5th grade mentors to understand and help my 1st graders with too!"
star
Kellie L.

Description

Looking for a clear, hands-on way to teach addition and subtraction using number lines? This top-rated resource is a classroom favorite for helping K–3 students master number line strategies through interactive, movement-based lessons. Whether you're introducing number lines or reinforcing number sense, these print-and-go math activities make learning stick.

Want a closer look? The full preview shows all materials designed to reinforce addition and subtraction on a number line.

Ideal for whole-group instruction and student practice, this packet includes everything you need to build confidence with addition and subtraction to 20—all while keeping students engaged.


What’s Included:

  • Number Line Charts: Visuals that define and model number line use with vocabulary like sum, addend, difference, minuend, and subtrahend.
  • Whole Group Instruction Pages: Engage the class with guided problem-solving using number lines. Students follow along on their own worksheets for hands-on practice.
  • Student Number Lines (0–10 or 0–20): Perfect for laminating and using during daily lessons.
  • Interactive Number Line Craft (0–10): A hands-on math craft using cardstock, pipe cleaners, and beads.
  • Large Teacher Number Line (0–10 and 0–20): Great for modeling strategies on the board or wall. Display in the classroom for ongoing reference.
  • Floor Number Line (0–20): Lay number cards on the floor for whole-group lessons where students jump to solve equations. Or turn the cards into necklaces so students can become the number line. A hands-on way to build number sense through movement.
  • 45+ Practice Pages & Assessments: Includes skill-building worksheets and assessments focused on number line strategies for addition and subtraction.
  • Math Hunt Activity: Students solve math problems around the room using a number line, making learning more engaging through movement.
  • Number Line Race Game: A fun partner activity where students race to solve equations using number lines.
  • Make a Number Line Worksheets: Students build and use their own number lines to solve equations.
  • Story Problems: Real-world application of number lines as a math tool.
  • More/Less Than Worksheets & Board Game: Practice comparing numbers and building number sense through interactive whole-class or small group play.
  • Equations with 3 Addends Worksheets: A great challenge for students ready for more.
  • Missing Addends Worksheets: Practice finding unknowns using number line strategies.
  • Answer Keys: For easy grading and student self-checking.

⭐ Perfect For:

  • K–3 Math Lessons
  • Whole-Group Instruction
  • Intervention or Small-Group Review
  • Homeschool
  • Print-and-Go Practice

⭐ Why Teachers Love It:

  • Used in 7,800+ classrooms across grades K–3
  • Makes number line concepts visual, active, and easy to teach
  • Engages students with movement-based learning and hands-on practice
  • Offers a mix of printables, games, and interactive activities
  • Perfect for whole-group instruction and daily math routines
  • Saves teachers time with ready-to-use materials and answer keys
  • Helps build confidence and number sense through repetition and real-world application

⭐ Make number lines meaningful and math more engaging with this classroom-tested resource!

Be sure to check out the full preview to see everything that’s included.


Need more classroom inspiration and print-and-go resources? Let’s stay connected! Follow me on Teachers Pay Teachers, Instagram, and Facebook for fun seasonal activities and engaging lesson ideas to make your school year easier.

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Amazing Resource!!!
Rated 5 out of 5
May 13, 2026
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This resource has been an amazing addition to my classroom! It is engaging, easy to use, and provides meaningful practice that really helps students build their skills and confidence.
1,229 reviews • Georgia
Grades taught: K
Student populations: Learning difficulties
Great practice
Rated 5 out of 5
March 5, 2026
Met expectations
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I use this resource as an arrival task, 'mad minute', and practice before assessments.
Paul G.
72 reviews • Outside the United States
Grades taught: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Student populations: Mild to severe disabilities
great for extra practice!
Rated 5 out of 5
February 2, 2026
Met expectations
Great value
Standards-aligned
I was able to use these activities for small group work! Easy to prep, for my 5th grade mentors to understand and help my 1st graders with too!
Kellie L.
45 reviews
Grades taught: 1st
great visuals for students!
Rated 5 out of 5
December 10, 2025
Met expectations
Great value
Standards-aligned
I liked implementing this activity when teaching addition and subtraction!
Venezia I.
209 reviews • Outside the United States
Grades taught: 1st, 2nd
Amazing Resource!
Rated 5 out of 5
September 20, 2025
This really helped my students understand using a number line for addition and subtraction. It was very engaging. I used it for centers.
Popcorn & Pencils
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133 reviews
Grades taught: 3rd, 4th, 5th
Helpful Activity
Rated 5 out of 5
September 20, 2025
This was a great activity to help build number sense. Could be used K through 3.
Caroline C.
56 reviews • California
Grades taught: 2nd, 3rd
Student populations: Autism, Learning difficulties, Mild to severe disabilities
thank you!
Rated 5 out of 5
September 6, 2025
Met expectations
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This is an easy to use resource and so helpful for my SWD!
238 reviews • New York
Grades taught: PreK
A great resource!
Rated 5 out of 5
August 19, 2025
Met expectations
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I loved having this resource for myself and my students!
Cara Goggin
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424 reviews
Grades taught: PreK, K, 1st, 2nd

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to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
Solve addition and subtraction word problems, and add and subtract within 10, e.g., by using objects or drawings to represent the problem.
Use addition and subtraction within 20 to solve word problems involving situations of adding to, taking from, putting together, taking apart, and comparing, with unknowns in all positions, e.g., by using objects, drawings, and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.
Relate counting to addition and subtraction (e.g., by counting on 2 to add 2).
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