Ages 4–5
Add the Objects
Count each group, then bring them together and tap the number that shows how many there are altogether.
About this activity
Add the Objects is an early addition activity for children ages 4–5. Children combine two groups of objects and determine how many there are altogether, then choose the number that represents the total. The activity develops understanding of addition as combining groups, counting, numeral recognition, and matching quantities to numerals.
Skills practiced
Addition by combining groups, Counting to 10, Numeral recognition, Quantity-to-numeral matching
Tips For Parents
Encourage your child to count the objects in the combined group aloud before choosing the number that represents the total.
About this activity
Add the Objects is an early addition activity for children ages 4–5. Children combine two groups of objects and determine how many there are altogether, then choose the number that represents the total. The activity develops understanding of addition as combining groups, counting, numeral recognition, and matching quantities to numerals.
Skills practiced
Addition by combining groups, Counting to 10, Numeral recognition, Quantity-to-numeral matching
Tips For Parents
Encourage your child to count the objects in the combined group aloud before choosing the number that represents the total.


