A Kid-Friendly PEMDAS Chart to Master the Order of Operations
Ever wonder why a math problem doesn’t come out quite right—even when all the steps look correct? Chances are, the order of operations was the missing piece. That’s where PEMDAS comes in! Our printable Order of Operations Chart helps students understand what to do first and next. It’s a clear guide for solving multi-step math problems. Whether you’re helping your child at home or teaching in a classroom, this chart makes the rules stick.
What Does PEMDAS Mean?
PEMDAS is a simple way to remember the correct order of math operations. Here’s what each letter stands for:
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P – Parentheses
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E – Exponents
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MD – Multiplication and Division (left to right)
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AS – Addition and Subtraction (left to right)
Students often mix up the order, especially when more than one operation appears in the same problem. This chart shows them exactly how to work through each part, one step at a time.
Why This PEMDAS Chart Helps
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Easy visuals show what to solve and when
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Clear left-to-right arrows explain how multiplication/division and addition/subtraction work
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A real example walks through every step, from parentheses to the final answer
Great for printing and hanging by a student’s desk. You can also add it to a homework folder or keep it handy for practice time.
Who Should Use This Order of Operations Chart?
This chart is especially useful for:
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Students in grades 5 and up, when PEMDAS is typically introduced
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Kids who struggle with multi-step problems
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Visual learners who need to see the steps
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Test prep and review
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Parents and tutors looking for a helpful refresher
It’s clean, clear, and confidence-boosting.
This Chart is Free!
Download this PEMDAS chart now and give your students the support they need to solve math expressions the right way—every time.
Want more PEMDAS practice? Download these free worksheets:
