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Sums To 10 Practice Activities
Printable early maths activities that help Nursery, LKG and UKG children practise making addition sums up to 10 with pictures, counting and number sentences.
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What children learn
These Sums To 10 worksheets help Nursery, LKG and UKG children build early addition confidence by joining small groups and finding totals up to 10. Children practise counting objects, using fingers or mental images, and connecting the action of “adding” with a number sentence.
The printable activities include simple sums, picture-based addition, missing-number practice and totals within 10. They are designed for the Addition section of early maths, where children move from concrete counting to recognising small combinations such as 4 + 3, 5 + 5 and 8 + 2.
Sums to 10 are the foundation for later addition facts. At this stage, children learn that two small groups can be put together to make a new total: 2 and 3 make 5, 6 and 1 make 7, and so on. The focus is not speed alone; it is understanding that the plus sign means “join” and the equals sign shows “is the same as”.
Progression in the worksheets
The practice usually begins with countable pictures, dots or objects so children can touch and count each item. It then moves towards number sentences such as 3 + 4 = 7. Some sheets may include missing addends, for example 6 + __ = 10, which encourages children to think about how many more are needed. Keeping totals within 10 makes the task suitable for young learners who are still developing one-to-one counting.
Parent routine at home
Use the worksheet with small objects such as buttons, crayons or rajma beans. Read one sum aloud, let your child build the first group and the second group, then push them together and count the total. After writing the answer, ask, “How did you know?” This short conversation helps children explain their thinking instead of guessing.
Classroom use
Teachers can use these printables for maths practice, revision after a concrete activity, small-group support or early finisher work. They also work well in a maths corner with counters and number cards. For children who need support, allow them to draw circles under each number before counting all.
Common errors to watch for
Many young children skip objects while counting, count the same object twice or read 5 + 2 as 52. Some may write numbers backwards or forget that the total must be counted after both groups are joined. Gently point back to the objects and ask them to recount slowly.
Free printable PDF download
Use this sums to 10 worksheet 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
iBloom worksheets keep the number range clear and age-appropriate. The mix of pictures, simple equations and missing-number prompts lets children practise the same idea in different ways. A helpful strategy for children is: “Count the first group, count the second group, then count all together.”
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
Are these sums to 10 worksheets suitable for Nursery children?
Yes, when used with objects or pictures. Nursery children can begin by counting and joining groups, while LKG and UKG children can also write the number sentences.
Should my child memorise all addition facts to 10?
At this age, understanding comes first. Repeated practice will help children remember facts like 5 + 5 and 8 + 2, but they should still be allowed to count and use objects.
How can I help if my child keeps getting totals wrong?
Ask your child to touch each object once while counting. You can also use counters and place them in two clear groups before joining them.
Do these worksheets include sums beyond 10?
No. This page focuses on totals up to 10 so young children can build confidence before moving to larger addition sums.
Can these activities be used in class as revision?
Yes. Teachers can use them after hands-on addition lessons, in small groups, or as quick written practice for children who are learning number combinations within 10.
Is this sums to 10 worksheet free?
Yes. You can preview it for free and use the printable worksheet for home or classroom practice.
Can I download this sums to 10 worksheet as a PDF?
Yes. Use the worksheet download option to save a printable PDF, or print the worksheet directly from the page.
Does this sums to 10 worksheet 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.