Explore our "Understanding Tens" math worksheets designed specifically for children ages 7-9. These engaging and interactive resources help young learners grasp the concept of tens through a variety of fun activities and exercises. Our worksheets are tailored to foster number sense, enhance counting skills, and solidify their understanding of place value. Parents and teachers will find these materials to be valuable tools in reinforcing key math concepts while keeping students motivated. Perfect for both classroom and home use, our worksheets ensure children build a strong foundation in math, setting them up for future success. Start exploring 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 in math is crucial for children aged 7-9 as it forms the foundation for more advanced mathematical concepts. At this stage, children are typically transitioning from basic addition and subtraction to more complex operations, such as multiplication and division. A solid grasp of the concept of tens helps them recognize patterns in numbers and enhances their ability to perform mental math.

When students understand the significance of ‘tens’—that a number can be partitioned into tens and ones—they develop strong number sense. This, in turn, aids in mastering key skills like place value, enabling them to approach larger numbers with confidence. Moreover, recognizing groups of ten can support efficient problem-solving and make mathematical concepts more intuitive.

Parents and teachers play a vital role in cultivating this understanding. Through engaging activities such as counting games, using manipulatives, and real-life examples, they can help reinforce these skills in a fun and meaningful way. By prioritizing understanding of tens in mathematics, they set students on a path to academic success in all areas of math, equipping them with essential tools they will use throughout their education and beyond. Consequently, their passion and support can significantly impact a child's confidence and competence in math.