Our Counting Objects Worksheets for Ages 5-8 are designed to make learning math fun and engaging for young learners. Perfect for home or classroom use, these worksheets help children develop essential counting and number recognition skills. Featuring colorful images and a variety of themes, the activities keep kids captivated while they practice counting objects, understanding quantity, and recognizing number patterns. Ideal for ages 5 to 8, these ready-to-print worksheets support early math concepts, laying the foundation for more advanced arithmetic. Boost your child's confidence in math with our thoughtfully crafted and enjoyable counting worksheets.


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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 16
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 16
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 42
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 42
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 42
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 75
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 75
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 75
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Adding up to 100: Page 23
Adding up to 100: Page 23

Adding up to 100: Page 23

Adding up to 100: Page 23
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 35
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 35
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 35
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Adding up to 50: Page 56
Adding up to 50: Page 56

Adding up to 50: Page 56

Adding up to 50: Page 56
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 68
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 68
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 68
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Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 70
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 70
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 70
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 4
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Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 with Busy Bugs: Page 71
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 50
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 50
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 50
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 21
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 21
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 21
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What's an Array? Worksheet
What's an Array? Worksheet

What's an Array? Worksheet

Explain to your child that an array is a group of objects, pictures, or numbers in columns and rows. Show them a rectangular array is a group of objects in equal rows and columns. Guide them to check the pictures in the worksheet to spot any rectangular arrays. Help them remember this concept.
What's an Array? Worksheet
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Earth's Systems: Assessment 1
Earth's Systems: Assessment 1

Earth's Systems: Assessment 1

Check your child's knowledge of weather basics with this quick printable worksheet! Using colorful pictures, instruct them to determine which thermometer shows a hotter reading and if water would be warmer in the sun or under clouds. Encourage kids to identify types of weather on the bottom of the page. Assess their readiness to move on!
Earth's Systems: Assessment 1
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 36
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 36
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 36
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Jungle Addition Worksheet
Jungle Addition Worksheet

Jungle Addition Worksheet

With this worksheet, kids can use the strategies of making tens and adding doubles to add numbers with more than three addends. They'll practice choosing the right method and become more confident in their calculations, enabling quicker, more efficient computation.
Jungle Addition Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 30
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 30
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 30
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Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 15
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 15
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 15
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Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 32
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 32
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 32
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Adding up to 50: Page 37
Adding up to 50: Page 37

Adding up to 50: Page 37

Adding up to 50: Page 37
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 60
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 60
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 60
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Preschool Sight Words: Not
Preschool Sight Words: Not

Preschool Sight Words: Not

Preschool Sight Words: Not
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Preschool Sight Words: For
Preschool Sight Words: For

Preschool Sight Words: For

Preschool Sight Words: For
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Counting objects is a pivotal early math skill that parents and teachers should prioritize for children ages 5-8. During these formative years, kids are developing foundational cognitive abilities, and object counting serves multiple essential purposes. Firstly, it enhances number recognition, allowing children to identify and distinguish different numbers.

Additionally, counting objects helps kids grasp the concept of quantity and understand that numbers correspond to specific amounts. This understanding is vital for more advanced mathematical concepts like addition, subtraction, and place value. When children count physical objects, they are also improving their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, which are critical for writing and other tasks.

Moreover, object counting fosters problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. As kids group and count objects, they learn to approach problems methodically and understand patterns or groupings. This skill is not limited to math; it lays the groundwork for logical reasoning in various subjects.

Engaging kids in counting activities ensures they build a sense of achievement and boosts their confidence. It also provides a natural way for parents and teachers to bond with children, encouraging a positive attitude towards learning. In summary, object counting is foundational and promotes crucial educational and developmental skills, making it essential for young learners.