Addition is adding something on.
When you add everything together, you get a total.
Example
Look at this addition.
16 + 8 = ?
Answer
Start at 16 and count 8 forward.
Use the number line below to help you by counting on.
What do you get then?
16 + 8 = 24
Now answer all the questions.
Tip: You always have to add 8 to find your total.
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