Number Bonds to 10 - Challenge

About This Worksheet

This **Year 1 Number and Place Value worksheet** focuses on mastering **Number Bonds to 10**, a fundamental skill in early mathematics. This **worksheet** provides valuable **practice** for young learners, reinforcing their understanding of how numbers combine to make 10. By completing these exercises, children develop fluency in addition and subtraction, which are essential building blocks for more complex mathematical concepts. The ability to quickly recall number bonds to 10 significantly improves mental math skills and problem-solving abilities. This **Year 1** resource aligns with the UK National Curriculum for Mathematics, specifically targeting the objectives related to number and place value. Through engaging activities, children not only strengthen their understanding of number bonds but also build confidence in their mathematical abilities. This increased confidence encourages them to tackle more challenging problems and fosters a positive attitude towards mathematics. The skills developed through this **worksheet** have real-world applications, such as calculating quantities, sharing objects equally, and understanding simple financial transactions. This **worksheet** is a valuable tool for teachers and parents to support children's learning and development in **Year 1**, ensuring they have a strong foundation in **Number and Place Value** and **Number Bonds to 10**.

💡 How to Use This Worksheet

This challenge worksheet is designed to be used after Year 1 students have a solid understanding of number bonds to 10. It can be used as a consolidation activity, a morning starter, or as part of a small group intervention for children who need extra support. When introducing the worksheet, remind children about the different ways to represent number bonds (e.g., using ten frames, Numicon, or their fingers). Encourage them to use these resources if they are struggling. Watch out for common mistakes such as children adding instead of subtracting to find the missing number, or confusing the order of numbers in a subtraction problem. For children who find the worksheet too challenging, provide them with manipulatives or a number line to support their calculations. For children who complete the worksheet quickly, ask them to create their own number bond problems to 10, or to explore number bonds to 20.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions