Associative Property of Addition: Rewrite the Expression

Learn the associative property of addition with this inviting worksheet! A helpful introduction gives students a definition and example of the associative property. Using this definition, students can rewrite the expressions in six problems so that the addends are grouped in a different way, demonstrating the associative property. Then, students will find the sum of the expression!

This worksheet is intended to help first graders understand what the associative property of addition is and how it works. They will also practice their fact fluency and basic addition skills.   A strong foundation in properties of addition can help students rearrange expressions and more easily find solutions! 

For more practice with the associative property, check out the Associative Property of Addition: What’s Missing? worksheet. Looking for practice with other addition properties? Try The Commutative Property of Addition: Cut and Paste.