Problem Analysis:
The worksheet involves basic addition problems related to the life cycle of frogs. Each problem provides a scenario with tadpoles or frogs, and we need to calculate the total number based on the given information.
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Problem 1:
#### Statement:
"3 tadpoles are swimming in the pond. 2 more tadpoles swim to meet them. How many tadpoles are swimming in total?"
#### Solution:
1.
Initial number of tadpoles: 3
2.
Additional tadpoles joining: 2
3.
Total tadpoles:
\[
3 + 2 = 5
\]
#### Answer:
The total number of tadpoles is
5.
Circle the number
5.
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Problem 2:
#### Statement:
"5 frogs hop over and meet 3 more frogs. How many frogs are there in total?"
#### Solution:
1.
Initial number of frogs: 5
2.
Additional frogs joining: 3
3.
Total frogs:
\[
5 + 3 = 8
\]
#### Answer:
The total number of frogs is
8.
Circle the number
8.
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Final Answers:
1. Circle
5 for the tadpoles.
2. Circle
8 for the frogs.
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{5, 8}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of addition stories for kindergarten worksheet.
