Finger Addition (under 10)
Addition · Class I
Add two small numbers using fingers on both hands.
- Total fingers up5
Formulas in this lab
- Total fingers up
Frequently asked questions
▶What is finger addition?
Finger addition is adding two small numbers by showing them on your fingers and counting the total. If you raise 3 fingers on one hand and 4 on the other, you have 7 fingers in all.
▶How do I use this finger adder?
Choose the first number on the left slider and the second number on the right slider. The lab will draw both hands and show the total. Try to say the answer before the screen does.
▶When do we add using fingers?
If you have 2 chocolates and your friend gives you 3 more, you can count on your fingers to find 5. Adding marbles, pencils, or small sweets at home works the same way.
▶Tip for finger adding
Always start with the bigger number in your head, then count up using the smaller one on your fingers. For 2 plus 6, say 6 and count 7, 8 on two fingers. That is faster than starting from 2.