Addition on a Number Line Worksheets– Free Download
Kids don’t always “get” math when it’s just numbers on a page. But with addition on a number line, something clicks. They can see the jump, the movement, the why. You’ll find printable worksheets here that use this simple method to make learning more visual.
Number Line Addition – Jump and Add, Circle the Right Number!
Number Line Addition to 10
- Kids solve seven simple addition problems using number lines that go from 1 to 10.
- The top example (4 + 2) shows how to count forward on the number line and circle the answer.
- Each problem has its own number line for students to count and find the sum, with space to write and circle the correct answer.
Number Line Addition to 15
- Start by looking at the example (7 + 6) at the top. It shows how to jump forward on the number line to find your answer.
- Next, solve six problems below, each with its own number line from 1 to 15.
- Count your jumps, write your answer in the box, and circle it right on the number line.
Number Line Addition to 20
- Begin with the example (7 + 9) at the top. It shows how to hop along the number line to reach the answer.
- Then, solve seven addition problems below, each with its own number line from 1 to 20.
- Make your jumps, write the sum in the box, and circle the answer directly on the number line.
How to Graph an Addition Problem on a Number Line – A Visual Strategy
Using visual addition strategies like number lines helps build number sense, encourages active learning, and supports early problem-solving skills — especially in kindergarten and grade 1.
Example:
To solve 5 + 4, a child can:
Start at number 5 on the number line
Make 4 jumps forward (each jump represents +1)
Land on 9, which is the correct answer
This approach is called the addition jump method.
How to Graph an Addition Problem on a Number Line – Step-by-Step
Step 1: Draw a Number Line
Draw a straight line and mark it with numbers — usually from 0 to 10, or up to 20, depending on the problem.
Step 2: Identify the First Number
Look at the first number in the equation. For example, in 4 + 5, you’ll start at 4.
Step 3: Make Forward Jumps
From your starting point, jump forward by the second number. In this case, jump 5 steps from 4.
Step 4: Find Your Answer
The number you land on is your answer.
So, 4 + 5 = 9.
Tip: Use arrows to show each jump on the number line. This helps children follow the movement and understand how addition works visually.
