Boost your child’s counting skills with our expertly crafted math worksheets designed for ages 5-8. At Kids Academy, we emphasize fun and engaging activities that make learning to count an exciting adventure. Our diverse collection of printable worksheets introduces young learners to number recognition, sequencing, and basic arithmetic through vivid illustrations and interactive exercises. Perfect for both classroom and home use, these worksheets provide step-by-step guidance to ensure comprehension and boost confidence. Turn counting into your child’s favorite part of the day with Kids Academy and lay a strong foundation for their future math success.


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Counting: Maraca Fun Worksheet
Counting: Maraca Fun Worksheet

Counting: Maraca Fun Worksheet

Let your child add some Maraca fun to their math lessons by using this printable worksheet! They must figure out the numbers that come before the ones shown. Answers are provided on the other side; all your child needs to do is check the boxes with the correct numbers. Help them improve their counting and have fun along the way!
Counting: Maraca Fun Worksheet
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Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 55
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 55
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 55
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Shapes: Assessment 3 Worksheet
Shapes: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Shapes: Assessment 3 Worksheet

Shapes are everywhere! Help your students differentiate between 2D and 3D shapes. Ask them the difference between a triangle and pyramid, or a circle and a sphere. This worksheet tests their understanding of both types and is a useful assessment tool.
Shapes: Assessment 3 Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 71
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 71
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 71
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 6
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 6

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 6

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 6
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Making 17 with the Weather Worksheet
Making 17 with the Weather Worksheet

Making 17 with the Weather Worksheet

Show your kids the pictures in the worksheet and identify the weather. This exercise is to help them add simple numbers. There are 4 equations in the printout. Help them figure out the numbers to make 17, then trace a line to the missing number to complete the equation.
Making 17 with the Weather Worksheet
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Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 67
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 67
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 67
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Lobster Trap Line Plot Worksheet
Lobster Trap Line Plot Worksheet

Lobster Trap Line Plot Worksheet

If your kids are working on line plots, this worksheet is perfect for them! Show them the picture and read the instructions. Help them look at the line plot and answer the questions at the bottom. Learning math can be fun, so make it enjoyable together!
Lobster Trap Line Plot Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 66
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 66
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 66
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 51
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 51
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 51
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Improving counting skills in children aged 5-8 is crucial for their overall mathematical development and sets a strong foundation for future learning. At this formative stage, children are naturally curious and eager to explore the world of numbers. Proficiency in counting helps develop a sense of number sequence, quantity, and relationship, which are essential for more advanced mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, and place value.

Counting skills are not only fundamental for mathematics but also enhance cognitive development. They aid in memory, pattern recognition, and logical thinking, which are critical skills across all areas of learning. Strong counting abilities can boost a child's confidence and foster a positive attitude towards math, reducing math anxiety as they progress through their educational journey.

Moreover, by caring about and encouraging the development of counting skills, parents and teachers can provide targeted support and intervene early if they notice any learning difficulties, ensuring that each child gets the help they need to succeed. This investment in a child's early mathematical foundation can lead to improved academic performance, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking capabilities, positively impacting their future education and everyday life. Thus, nurturing counting skills in young learners is a pivotal step towards their long-term educational success and personal growth.