Enhance your child's math skills with our "Understanding Tens Worksheets" designed specifically for ages 5-9. These engaging and interactive worksheets simplify the concept of tens, helping young learners grasp this foundational aspect of mathematics. Through fun activities, children will practice counting by tens, identifying sets of ten items, and developing their number sense. Ideal for both classroom and home use, our worksheets encourage critical thinking and reinforce essential skills in a friendly, approachable manner. Downloadable and easy to print, these resources are perfect for nurturing your child's confidence and competence in math. Support their learning journey today!


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Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet
Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet

Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet

Kids Academy has a great place value worksheet to help kids learn when they don't have manipulatives at home! It includes longs and cubes that kids can count and add to find the sum. Colorful and downloadable, this page will help kids understand addition and place value better. Give it a try!
Counting Tens and Ones: Part 1 Worksheet
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A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet
A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet

A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet

Kids can enjoy helping 10 little monkeys get to bed in this fun worksheet! They'll draw a line through all the pictures that show 10 to help the monkeys get back to their bed. Monkeys are an animal loved by many, from pet monkeys to zoo visits, and kids will adore this worksheet.
A Monkey Maze of Tens Worksheet
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Counting Tens and Ones: Part 2 Worksheet
Counting Tens and Ones: Part 2 Worksheet

Counting Tens and Ones: Part 2 Worksheet

Adding two-digit numbers can be tough for kids. It's essential to give them a strong foundation of numeracy and math, not just teaching them to add. Use longs and cubes to help them get a visual grasp of place value and addition. This fun worksheet can help your child take their skills to the next level, with problems featuring larger numbers.
Counting Tens and Ones: Part 2 Worksheet
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Kindergarten Counting by Tens
Kindergarten Counting by Tens

Learn Dozens: Counting by Tens Printable

Kindergartners need to learn skip counting - counting in number groups - to increase number sense and be ready for more advanced math. Our kindergarten worksheet featuring a starry trip to outer space will help your child practice this valuable skill. Your child will choose correct answers to trace the lines to the stars, building fluency in skip counting. They'll also strengthen problem solving and see the pattern it creates. Get your little learner to the next level with this skip counting worksheet!
Learn Dozens: Counting by Tens Printable
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Understanding tens is crucial for children aged 5-9 as it lays the foundation for their mathematical development. At this age, children transition from concrete to abstract thinking, making it essential to grasp fundamental concepts like place value, especially tens and ones. Recognizing and understanding tens helps children perform basic addition and subtraction more efficiently, allowing them to visualize numbers and develop mental math skills.

This understanding also fosters a sense of number sense, crucial for everyday activities, from counting items to budgeting and problem-solving in later life. When children comprehend tens, they can break larger numbers into manageable parts, simplifying complex problems.

Furthermore, learning about tens cultivates confidence and enthusiasm in mathematics. Engaging parents and teachers in this process is vital; they can use everyday examples to reinforce these concepts at home and in the classroom. By making learning fun through games and activities that emphasize tens, children will not only improve their math skills but will also develop a positive attitude towards learning.

Ultimately, a strong grasp of tens paves the way for more advanced math topics, ensuring children are better prepared as they progress through their education. Therefore, parents and teachers should prioritize this foundational skill.