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Countdown from 5 Worksheet
Countdown from 5 Worksheet

Countdown from 5 Worksheet

Encourage your kids to help Mama Bear find her way to her den! Ask them to count down from 5 to 1 and draw a line through the groups of berries on the path. Point them to the picture of the friendly bears. A fun and safe way to enjoy these cute animals!
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Coloring Page: Number 9
Coloring Page: Number 9

Number 9 Printable

Let your child hone their reading and counting skills with this fun coloring page! With the number 9 candies, your child can decorate their own favorite treats. Make learning a sweet experience and let their mouth water! Help them count and recognize the numbers while having fun.
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Coloring Page: Number 7
Coloring Page: Number 7

Number 7 Worksheet

Introduce beginning math to your child with this fun number 7 coloring page! Coloring the crayons and using the blank pencils for math equations will bring a creative twist to learning. Your child will love this worksheet!
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Counting Clothes Worksheet
Counting Clothes Worksheet

Counting Clothes Worksheet

Help your kids become better counters with fun exercises and objects they can relate to. Print out this worksheet and assist your kid in counting 5 sets of clothing. Have them circle the sets that have 4 so they can master counting small numbers. Strengthen their math skills with your help.
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Stack the Blocks Worksheet
Stack the Blocks Worksheet

Stack the Blocks Worksheet

Playing with blocks is a great way for kids to learn! They can create patterns, shapes, and even count. In this worksheet, ask them to identify the colors and count each stack of blocks. If they can spot one extra block in the tower, even better! Encourage learning through play with these fun blocks.
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Math PDF Worksheets - Count and Trace: 1 – 3
Math PDF Worksheets - Count and Trace: 1 – 3

Count and Trace 1 – 3 Worksheet

Get your preschooler started on math with Kids Academy's newest worksheet! It's an enjoyable way for kids to learn how to count and trace numbers 1-3. Print it out and watch your learner have fun as they trace the lines. For more free math worksheets, click here.
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Line up the Tigers Worksheet
Line up the Tigers Worksheet

Line up the Tigers Worksheet

Give your preschoolers the right tools to succeed in math. Show them pictures of animals, then have them count the stripes and check the box that shows the tigers lined up in the right order. This will help them understand and make their journey easier.
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Count up to 7 Worksheet
Count up to 7 Worksheet

Count up to 7 Worksheet

As your child starts learning math, one of the basics is counting. Download this PDF to let them practice counting up to 7 objects - such as baseballs, basketballs, footballs, and tennis balls - and hone their visual discrimination skills by selecting the right number of each. Regular practice will help them perfect their skills.
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Counting Flowers Worksheet
Counting Flowers Worksheet

Counting Flowers Worksheet

Kids love Flower Power! This free PDF helps kids practice basic number sense and counting. They match the correct number of colorful flowers to the corresponding numeral. An enjoyable game that improves basic number sense - perfect!
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Picking Carrots Worksheet
Picking Carrots Worksheet

Picking Carrots Worksheet

Do your kids know what carrots are? They're nutritious veggies we should eat. Look at the worksheet with them; can they spot the carrots? It's an exercise to practice counting. Show them how to count all the carrots in the groups and trace the line to the groups with 9 carrots.
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Build the Stairs Worksheet Preview
Build the Stairs Worksheet Preview

Build the Stairs Worksheet

Does your kid need help counting numbers? Make it fun with a staircase math worksheet! This printable PDF uses stairs to help your preschooler practice counting. Let them build the staircase by picking the next highest number as they go up! It's an interactive way to teach counting and sure to please your little one.
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Ten Pins is a Strike Worksheet
Ten Pins is a Strike Worksheet

Ten Pins is a Strike Worksheet

Show your kids the picture and ask them to identify the objects. Explain that bowling is a leisure game played with a ball and pins. Count the pins and have them circle groups of ten. This worksheet will make learning fun and easy, as your children already know the objects.
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Six Pennies Worksheet
Six Pennies Worksheet

Six Pennies Worksheet

This tracing sheet teaches counting like the pros. Perfect for extra practice with kids, it engages them in an enjoyable way. Four groups of pennies are provided. Have students count each group, then trace the lines from the 6-penny groups. A great way to practice and master counting!
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Coloring Page: Number 8
Coloring Page: Number 8

Number 8 Printable

Dive into the deep sea and learn to read and recognize the number eight! Challenge your child's creativity by having them create beautiful fish. They'll love counting and coloring with number 8.
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Addition at the Zoo Worksheet
Addition at the Zoo Worksheet

Addition at the Zoo Worksheet

Visit the zoo with your kids and point out all the different animals. Ask them to name their favorites and identify animals on a worksheet. Challenge them to solve word problems related to the pictures. Ask them for the equation that fits the picture and check the answer.
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Enrichment: High Fives with Friends! Worksheet
Enrichment: High Fives with Friends! Worksheet

Enrichment: High Fives with Friends! Worksheet

Get your kids learning and having fun with this coloring worksheet! Kids can get practice counting and identifying numbers by looking at the fingers on each hand. Help them circle the amount they see, then reward them with a high five for getting the answers right - learning has never been so much fun!
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Bugs Counting Printable Worksheet
Bugs Counting Printable Worksheet

Bugs Counting Worksheet

Filled with bright reds, yellows, and oranges, your child will love solving these fun bug-related math problems.
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Numbers 1, 2 and 3: Assessment 1 Worksheet
Numbers 1, 2 and 3: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Numbers 1, 2 and 3: Assessment 1 Worksheet

This bright and colorful numbers assessment worksheet is a great way to assess your child's numeracy skills. It provides a sweet treat for them, and helps them recognise 1, 2 or 3 objects. One-to-one representation is key for foundational math skills, and this PDF helps your child build these essential skills.
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Let's Pick Fruit Worksheet
Let's Pick Fruit Worksheet

Let's Pick Fruit Worksheet

Picking fruit is fun - and counting it is even better! This free worksheet is perfect for young math learners. They'll use picture representation to count the fruit in each problem and then select the correct answer from the multiple-choice boxes. It's a great way to teach number sense in an easy, fun way!
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Coloring Page: Number 6
Coloring Page: Number 6

Number 6 Worksheet

Let's learn about the number six with cupcakes! Introduce your child to this fun and tasty coloring page. They'll love designing their own cupcakes while recognizing, counting, and reading the number six. An easy and enjoyable way to learn!
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Five Little Monkeys and Me Worksheet
Five Little Monkeys and Me Worksheet

Five Little Monkeys and Me Worksheet

This free PDF worksheet provides preschoolers an understanding of danger and appropriate play. It allows them to recognize dangerous situations and why they can be risky, granting kids perspective from both parents and teachers. It's a fun, safe way to help them internalize what's dangerous and what's not.
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Build with 9 Worksheet
Build with 9 Worksheet

Build with 9 Worksheet

Your students' learning journey can be challenging, but ultimately rewarding. This worksheet helps them practice counting: count the logs in all the groups and circle those with 9 logs.
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Animal Addition Worksheet
Animal Addition Worksheet

Animal Addition Worksheet

Get your kids learning addition and subtraction with this fun worksheet! Show them that solving equations can be enjoyable and help them match number sentences to the correct boxes. By doing this together, you'll create a positive learning experience that your kids won't forget.
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Night Sky Counting Worksheet
Night Sky Counting Worksheet

Night Sky Counting Worksheet

Twinkle, little star! Counting is fun with this Night Sky worksheet. Kids use colorful pictures and basic counting skills to match numerals with their corresponding group of items. It's a great way to let them practice number sense and one-to-one representation while having fun!
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Counting skills are crucial for 3-year-olds as they lay the foundation for future mathematical learning and cognitive development. Early exposure to counting helps children develop number sense, which includes recognizing numbers, understanding their relationships, and comprehending that numbers represent quantities. This early numerical literacy is essential for more complex mathematical concepts they will encounter later in their education.

Parents and teachers should care about nurturing counting skills early because it bolsters problem-solving abilities and logical thinking. Engaging young children in counting activities promotes cognitive development by stimulating their brain to recognize patterns and sequences. Additionally, early counting practice enhances fine motor skills when combined with physical activities like counting blocks or beads.

Counting also has social and emotional benefits. It encourages interactive learning, where parents and children can bond during counting games or storytime that involves numerals. This interactive time improves communication skills and reinforces the importance of learning together.

Moreover, confident early numeracy skills can lead to a positive attitude towards mathematics as children grow older. It reduces anxiety about math-related tasks by making the subject approachable and understandable from a young age. In essence, nurturing counting skills in 3-year-olds sets them on a path towards academic success and comprehensive personal development.