Addition is adding something on.

When you add everything together, you get a total.

Example

Look at this addition.

16 + 5 = ?

Answer

Start at 16 and count 5 forward.

What do you get then?

Use the number line below to help you.

16 + 5 = 21

Now answer all the questions.

Tip: You always have to add 5 to find your total.