Empower young learners with our tailored worksheets designed to develop number sense in children ages 4-7. At Kids Academy, we offer engaging printable activities that build foundational math skills through fun and interactive exercises. Our worksheets focus on counting, recognizing numbers, understanding quantity, and basic arithmetic. Each activity is thoughtfully crafted to keep kids motivated and eager to learn, ensuring a solid understanding of numbers and mathematical concepts. Perfect for parents and teachers, our resources support in-class and at-home learning, setting the stage for math confidence and success. Explore our collection and inspire a love for numbers today!


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Adding a Ten Worksheet
Adding a Ten Worksheet

Adding a Ten Worksheet

Kids Academy offers a colorful addition worksheet with counters in frames to help students learn to add by tens. This skill is essential for students to develop critical math skills and create a foundation for future math concepts. Visual aids aid in mastering this early skill, so get started learning today!
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Place Value Visuals Worksheet
Place Value Visuals Worksheet

Place Value Visuals Worksheet

Help your child count the cups in each picture, using the simple rule that each stack is 10 and each single cup is 1. Ask them to match the number on the left to the picture on the right. No need to count each cup individually; since each stack is 10, 3 stacks is 30 and so on.
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Short Notation of Captures Worksheet
Short Notation of Captures Worksheet

Short Notation of Captures Worksheet

Help your students learn chess notation for captures. Short notation: name piece, cross, name square (e.g. Rxd4 = rook moves to d4 and captures). If pawn, also write the file it starts from (e.g. fxg7 = pawn from file 7 moves to g7 and captures). Use the worksheet to check correct notations on the board.
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Developing number sense in children aged 4-7 is foundational for their future success in mathematics and overall cognitive development. Number sense involves understanding numbers and their relationships, allowing children to grasp concepts like counting, comparing, and basic arithmetic. Early number sense forms the bedrock for more complex mathematical operations, ensuring children are well-prepared for advanced topics.

For parents and teachers, fostering number sense in this age group is crucial because young children are in a critical period of cognitive development. During these years, their brains are exceptionally plastic and receptive to new learning. By introducing numbers and their properties through engaging activities, adults can cultivate a robust mathematical intuition. For example, activities such as counting objects, playing simple board games, or using number-related songs and stories can make learning enjoyable and effective.

Beyond math skills, number sense is linked to better problem-solving abilities and logical thinking. It also fosters confidence and a positive attitude towards learning in general. Children who develop strong number sense early on are more likely to approach challenges with perseverance and curiosity. Consequently, investing time and energy in developing number sense not only benefits mathematical understanding but also supports overall intellectual growth, setting the stage for lifelong learning and success.