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Add Subtract Multiply Divide Parenthesis Five Numbers Practice Activities
Printable Class 4 maths worksheets for practising order of operations with five numbers, brackets, and all four operations.
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What this skill builds
These Class 4 maths worksheets help children practise solving five-number expressions that include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and parentheses. Children learn to decide which part of the expression must be worked out first instead of simply calculating from left to right.
The printable activities include mixed operation problems with brackets, step-by-step working space, and varied expressions that strengthen BODMAS thinking. They are useful for independent practice, revision, homework, or small-group support in the Order of Operations unit.
Five-number expressions ask children to hold several ideas in mind at once: the value inside parentheses, the priority of multiplication and division, and the final addition or subtraction. A problem such as 18 ÷ (3 + 3) × 4 - 2 is not solved by moving across the line blindly. Children first simplify the bracket, then handle division and multiplication in order, and only then subtract.
Progression in the worksheets
The practice moves children from recognising the bracketed part to solving complete expressions accurately. Some questions place parentheses near the beginning, while others place them in the middle or near the end, so children cannot rely on position alone. The mix of +, -, ×, and ÷ encourages careful reading of signs and neat recording of each step.
A parent routine for home practice
Ask your child to circle the parentheses first and say, “This part becomes one number.” Next, let them underline multiplication and division signs before doing any addition or subtraction. After each line of working, they should check that they copied every remaining number and operation correctly. Reviewing two or three mistakes together is more useful than rushing through a full page.
Classroom uses for teachers
Teachers can use these sheets after introducing BODMAS, during maths centres, or as a quick revision task before word problems involving multiple operations. One useful classroom approach is to project one expression, ask pupils to mark the first operation, and compare reasoning before calculating. The worksheets also work well for partner checking, where one child reads the expression and the other explains the order.
Common errors to watch for
Children often add or subtract before completing multiplication or division, ignore parentheses, or change the order of numbers during division and subtraction. Another common slip is solving the bracket correctly but forgetting to bring down the rest of the expression unchanged. Encourage pupils to rewrite the full expression after each step until they are confident.
Free printable PDF download
Use this Class 4 order of operations worksheets with parentheses five numbers page to preview the activity, print it, or download it as a PDF for quick practice. It works well for homework, homeschool lessons, tutoring, morning work, revision, and classroom centers.
Answers and answer key support
After the child completes the worksheet independently, parents and teachers can use the answer support or answer key information to check the work, review mistakes, and choose the next practice step.
Why iBloom worksheets help
These iBloom activities give repeated, focused practice on exactly the Class 4 skill of using all four operations with parentheses in five-number expressions. A child-friendly strategy is: “Brackets first, then × or ÷ from left to right, then + or - from left to right.” Saying this aloud while marking the expression helps children slow down and choose the correct first step.
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
What do children practise in these Class 4 worksheets?
They practise solving five-number expressions that use addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and parentheses, while applying the correct order of operations.
Should children use BODMAS for these questions?
Yes. Children should solve the part inside brackets first, then complete multiplication and division from left to right, followed by addition and subtraction from left to right.
Why are there five numbers in each expression?
Five-number expressions give children enough complexity to practise sequencing steps carefully without making the calculation too long for Class 4 practice.
What is a common mistake in this topic?
A common mistake is calculating strictly from left to right and ignoring that brackets, multiplication, and division must be handled before addition or subtraction.
How can parents help without giving the answer?
Parents can ask guiding questions such as, “What is inside the brackets?” and “Which operation has priority now?” so the child chooses the next step independently.
Is this Class 4 order of operations worksheets with parentheses five numbers free?
Yes. You can preview it for free and use the printable worksheet for home or classroom practice.
Can I download this Class 4 order of operations worksheets with parentheses five numbers as a PDF?
Yes. Use the worksheet download option to save a printable PDF, or print the worksheet directly from the page.
Does this Class 4 order of operations worksheets with parentheses five numbers include answers or an answer key?
When the activity has fixed answers, iBloom includes answer support so parents and teachers can check the completed worksheet.