What Does It Mean to Add Three Numbers?
Adding three numbers is like putting together three groups of things!
Imagine you have some apples, some oranges, and some bananas. When we add them all together, we're finding out how many fruits we have in total. Word problems help us practice this skill with fun stories from everyday life!
How to Solve Three-Number Addition Problems
1️⃣ Read carefully: Understand what the problem is asking
2️⃣ Find the numbers: Pick out the numbers you need to add
3️⃣ Add step by step: Add two numbers first, then add the third
4️⃣ Check your answer: Does it make sense with the story?
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: Fruit Basket
Emma has 12 apples, 15 oranges, and 8 bananas in her fruit basket. How many pieces of fruit does she have altogether?
Example 2: Toy Cars
Liam has 9 red cars, 7 blue cars, and 14 green cars in his toy collection. How many toy cars does he have in total?
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use real objects: Have your child count actual items (like toys or snacks) to make addition more concrete.
- Break it down: Encourage adding two numbers first, then adding the third to make it less overwhelming.
- Create your own problems: Make up word problems about your child's interests (sports, animals, etc.) to keep them engaged.