Grade 1 Word Problems Worksheets
Free printable word problems practice for Grade 1 students. Generate problems, solve them on screen or paper, and download as PDF.
What your child will practice
- Whole Numbers to 50Read, represent, compose, and decompose whole numbers up to and including 50, using a variety of tools and strategies, and describe various ways they are used in everyday life.
- Comparing and Ordering NumbersCompare and order whole numbers up to and including 50, in various contexts.
- Counting StrategiesEstimate the number of objects in collections of up to 50, and verify by counting.
- Fractions IntroductionUse drawings to represent and solve fair-share problems that involve sharing up to 10 items among 2 or 4 sharers, including problems that result in whole numbers and half portions.
- Addition Facts to 10Use objects, diagrams, and equations to represent, describe, and solve situations involving addition and subtraction of whole numbers that add up to no more than 10.
- Subtraction Facts to 10Recall and demonstrate addition facts for numbers up to 10, and related subtraction facts.
- Addition and Subtraction StrategiesUse mental math strategies, including estimation, to add and subtract whole numbers that add up to no more than 20, and explain the strategies used.
- Number RelationshipsUse objects, drawings, and standard notation to represent the composition and decomposition of numbers up to 20.
Practice Worksheet
Word Problems Practice
Read each story carefully and solve the problem. Show your work in the space provided.
- 1.Lily has 3 red apples and 2 green apples. How many apples does Lily have in total?
- 2.Tom saw 5 birds sitting on a tree. 1 bird flew away. How many birds are left on the tree?
- 3.There are 7 cookies on a plate. Mom bakes 3 more cookies. How many cookies are there now?
- 4.Ben had 9 toy cars. He gave 4 toy cars to his friend. How many toy cars does Ben have left?
- 5.Sarah is building a tower with blocks. She used 6 blue blocks and 5 yellow blocks. How many blocks did Sarah use altogether?
- 6.There were 10 children playing in the park. 3 children went home for lunch. How many children are still playing in the park?
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Grade offline workFrequently Asked Questions
Why does my child struggle with word problems?
Word problems require reading comprehension plus math skills. Teach a systematic approach: read carefully, identify what's asked, find the key information, choose an operation, and check the answer.
How can I help my child with word problems?
Practice identifying keywords (total, difference, each, shared equally). Draw pictures or diagrams. Start with simple one-step problems and gradually increase complexity.
Are word problems more important than computation?
Both are essential. Word problems show how math applies to real situations and develop critical thinking. Strong computation skills make word problems easier to solve.