Doubles Addition – Word Problems Worksheet 

 Topic: Understanding Addition with the Doubles Strategy

 Grade Level:  Grade 2

Objective: Enhance students’ ability to recognize and apply the doubles addition strategy using real-life word problems.

What is the Doubles Strategy?

The doubles strategy in addition is when the same number is added to itself. This method helps students quickly solve problems, build number sense, and prepare for multiplication.

 Example:

If you have 4 apples and you buy 4 more, how many apples do you have in total?

4 + 4 = 8

 Solved Example

 Word Problem:

Lily has 3 red balloons. She buys 3 more balloons of the same color. How many balloons does she have in total?

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Step 1: Identify the number being doubled → 3

Step 2: Write the number sentence → 3 + 3 = 6

 Final Answer: Lily has 6 balloons.

 Fun Learning Activities

 1. Draw & Solve: Let students draw objects (e.g., socks, balloons, melons) to visualize the doubles concept.

 2. Hands-on Counting: Use counters, buttons, or cubes to physically group and double numbers.

 3. Storytelling Math: Encourage students to create their own doubles word problems.

 4. Doubles Memory Match: Create flashcards with doubles equations and answers to match.

5. Act It Out: Have students act out scenarios (e.g., "I have 5 pencils, and I get 5 more!")

This worksheet helps students apply math to real-life situations while making learning fun and interactive!

Let's practice and master doubles word problems!