Adding Doubles Worksheets for 1st Grade

Learn doubles facts (1+1, 2+2, etc.).

10 worksheets · 3 difficulty levels · Answer keys included

About Adding Doubles

Doubles facts are among the easiest to memorize and serve as anchor facts for solving nearby addition problems quickly.

What Your Child Will Learn

  • Memorize doubles facts (1+1 through 10+10)
  • Use doubles to solve doubles-plus-1 and doubles-plus-2
  • Build mental math fluency

Worksheets by Difficulty

Start with Easy worksheets to build confidence, then progress to Medium and Hard as your student masters each level.

Tips for Parents & Teachers

1

Start with objects your child can touch and move — combining two groups of blocks or toy cars makes addition tangible.

2

Teach the "count on" strategy: start from the bigger number and count up. It is faster than counting everything from 1.

3

Practice "making 10" — it is the most powerful addition strategy and will serve your child for years.

4

Use addition in daily life: "You have 3 strawberries and I am giving you 4 more. How many will you have?"

Frequently Asked Questions

What will my child learn from adding doubles worksheets?

These 1st Grade adding doubles worksheets help students practice addition, doubles strategy. Each worksheet provides structured practice with clear instructions and varied problem types.

How often should my 1st Grade student practice adding doubles?

Consistent practice works best. We recommend 10-15 minutes of focused practice 3-4 times per week. Start with Easy worksheets and progress to Medium and Hard as your student builds confidence.