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Counting at the Pond Worksheet
Counting at the Pond Worksheet

Counting at the Pond Worksheet

Ask your kids what they see in the picture. Can they identify the animal? Where does it live, what does it eat and what sound does it make? These questions will help get them in the math mood. Help them count the eggs, tadpoles and frogs, then check the answer.
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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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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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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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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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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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Sidewalk Counting Worksheet
Sidewalk Counting Worksheet

Sidewalk Counting Worksheet

Counting is a vital math skill, helping kids with addition and improving their speed when solving math problems. Let them practice with this fun sidewalk counting worksheet: have them take a walk and fill in the next number in the sequence as they count.
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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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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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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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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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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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Counting and Numbers: Assessment 1 Worksheet
Counting and Numbers: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Counting and Numbers: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Let your kids use the picture as a guide and count from 70 to 100 to complete an ox pulling a wagon. As a comprehension check, have them answer the related question using words from the word bank. This dot-to-dot worksheet is a great way to assess their number reasoning and counting forward skills.
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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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Enrichment: Castle Counting Worksheet
Enrichment: Castle Counting Worksheet

Enrichment: Castle Counting Worksheet

Help your kids learn to count. Start with easy counting of numbers as high as possible. Use the pictures in this printout. Point to the middle one, help them identify it and then count one more than it. Do this to help them get ready for more difficult math concepts like addition, subtraction and multiplication.
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Counting skills are fundamental to early childhood education, making it essential for parents and teachers to support the development of these skills in 5-year-olds. Mastering counting provides a strong foundation for mathematical understanding, fostering critical cognitive abilities that extend beyond numbers. When children learn to count, they develop essential skills such as one-to-one correspondence, number recognition, and the ability to subitize, which is recognizing small quantities without the need to count.

By nurturing counting skills at a young age, educators and parents encourage logical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and spatial awareness. These are not only important for future math success but they also enhance overall learning experiences. Moreover, counting is often integrated into everyday activities—from counting steps while walking to measuring ingredients in cooking—which helps children see the practical applications of their skills.

Encouraging easy number counting through play-based approaches lays the groundwork for confidence in math, as positive experiences with numbers at this age can significantly influence a child's attitude towards learning. Additionally, laying this groundwork can reduce math anxiety later in life, preparing children for a more successful academic journey. In short, counting skills in young learners open doors to a world of mathematical exploration and lifelong learning.