This Partial Sums template for solving addition problems helps teach students to line up the numbers and calculate the correct numbers. Red and blue makes purple. Simply, copy the template on a color printer, then slip it into a page protector or use an overhead clear sheet and an Expo or Vis-a-Vis marker. The template is a tool that works well with struggling students, as it provides a clear visual.

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