Building real understanding of addition and subtraction for children with dyscalculia

Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4: Understanding Addition and Subtraction (Part A) is a photocopiable worksheet resource by Steve Chinn and Cat Eadle, designed to help learners with dyscalculia develop a genuine understanding of addition and subtraction and how the two operations relate to one another. It follows on from the number bonds and place value work covered in Books 1 to 3, moving learners towards using number relationships to calculate.

As with the rest of the series, the worksheets use small, carefully sequenced steps so that children experience success before moving on. Visual representations and manipulatives support each stage, while the uncluttered layout helps learners focus on the relationship between numbers rather than becoming distracted by a busy page.

For schools

• A ready-to-use, photocopiable master that SENCOs, maths leads and teaching assistants can reproduce for a whole class, small group or one-to-one intervention.
• Supports the graduated approach for pupils working on addition and subtraction as part of an EHCP or SEN support plan, whether as a starting point or a follow-on from Books 1 to 3.
• Suitable for use across primary and secondary settings wherever a pupil needs structured practice with addition and subtraction concepts, regardless of chronological age.
• A practical, low-cost addition to a school's maths intervention toolkit, working well alongside other concrete numeracy resources.

For parents and home learning

• Gives parents a structured way to support their child's understanding of addition and subtraction at home, whether or not earlier books in the series have been used.
• The "little and often" approach keeps sessions short, helping to reduce frustration for children who find maths stressful.
• Helps children understand how addition and subtraction connect, rather than treating them as two unrelated skills to memorise.

Understanding how addition and subtraction relate to one another can be a significant hurdle for children with dyscalculia, who often rely on inefficient counting strategies rather than genuine number sense. Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 addresses this directly, using small, sequential steps and multisensory reinforcement to build real understanding of these operations, rather than relying on memorised number facts alone.

The authors, Steve Chinn and Cat Eadle, base the series on established approaches to teaching maths to learners with dyscalculia, including working from a learner's existing knowledge and consolidating understanding through visual representations and concrete materials.

Whether you are continuing an intervention programme at school or supporting a child's understanding of addition and subtraction at home, Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 offers a clear, manageable way to work through this key topic. Order your copy from The Dyslexia Shop today.

• Photocopiable worksheet resource focused on understanding addition and subtraction (Part A).
• Uncluttered worksheet layout with visual representations and manipulatives to support number sense.
• Includes teaching ideas for multisensory instruction and the use of concrete materials.
• Uses a "little and often" approach, with small progression steps between worksheets.
• Written by Cat Eadle and Steve Chinn.
• ISBN: 9781903842256.
• Book 4 of the Succeed with Dyscalculia series.

• Builds real understanding, not just memorised facts. Learners with dyscalculia see how addition and subtraction relate to one another, rather than learning each in isolation.
• Ready to use in class or at home. The photocopiable format means teachers and parents can start using the worksheets immediately, with no extra preparation.
• Written by recognised specialists. Authored by Steve Chinn and Cat Eadle, both known for their work on mathematics learning difficulties and dyscalculia.
• Part of a trusted, structured series. Book 4 continues the same small-step, multisensory approach used throughout the Succeed with Dyscalculia series.

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• What is Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 and what does it cover?
  Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 (Part A) is a photocopiable worksheet resource that helps learners understand addition and subtraction and how they relate to one another. Written by Steve Chinn and Cat Eadle, it uses small, sequential steps and visual representations rather than asking learners to memorise number facts alone.
• Is Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 suitable for children with dyscalculia?
  Yes, it is specifically designed for learners with dyscalculia, who often find genuine understanding of addition and subtraction harder to build than simple recall. The uncluttered worksheets and "little and often" approach help develop real number sense step by step.
• How can teachers use Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 in the classroom?
  Teachers can photocopy the worksheets for whole-class teaching, small-group intervention or one-to-one support with pupils working on addition and subtraction. It fits well within a graduated approach for pupils on SEN support or an EHCP, whether used alone or after Books 1 to 3.
• Can parents use Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 at home?
  Yes, parents can work through the ready-made worksheets with their child at home to support their understanding of addition and subtraction. Short, regular sessions following the "little and often" approach help build confidence without adding pressure.
• What age group is Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 suitable for?
  Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 is designed for learners of any age who need to build a secure understanding of addition and subtraction, rather than being tied to one school year group. This makes it suitable for both primary-age pupils and older learners.
• Who are the authors of Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4?
  Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4 is written by Cat Eadle and Steve Chinn. Steve Chinn is a UK specialist known for his work on mathematics learning difficulties and dyscalculia.
• Do I need Books 1 to 3 before using Succeed with Dyscalculia Book 4?
  No, Book 4 focuses on addition and subtraction rather than number bonds or place value, so it can be used on its own. Learners who have completed Books 1 to 3 will already be familiar with the series' teaching approach, but this is not essential to start Book 4.