Ten frames are a math tool that can be used for so many different activities. These ten frame counting puzzles are perfect counting practice for preschool aged students because of the neat columns and rows that keep the circles organized and easy to count.
The beauty of these puzzles is that they can be used in preschool, kindergarten and even first grade. Students that need more practice on teen numbers? Just pull those puzzles out. Focusing on just single digit numbers? Just pull those puzzles out. These puzzles make it easy to differentiate to meet the needs of all of our little learners.
I love that I can use these puzzles with both of my daughters - a preschooler and a first grader. For preschool aged students, pull out the numbers you want them to work on and mix them up.
Have students count the circles and find the number that matches. Then they will check to make sure those pieces fit together as a way to check their counting. If you have a preschooler who is ready for more challenging numbers, pull those out. Numbers 1-20 are included in the free download.
For my preschooler, I would work on counting each circle and identifying how many there are all together. Then we would search for the numeral to match that amount. So as not to overwhelm her, I would only work on numbers 1-10 at one time. Depending on your preschooler's ability, you can adjust how many puzzle pieces they have in front of them.
When my oldest daughter was in kindergarten, they worked with ten frames extensively. It was a way for them to practice subitizing (automatically recognizing how many without needing to count.) It also was a way to start practicing adding and subtracting numbers within 10.
Now as a first grader, these would still make a great review. She tends to switch around her teen numbers, so this would be a great way to review those numbers. With her I would focus on her just looking at the ten frame and identifying the numbers - no counting each circle to find the total.
These puzzles are a freebie that I'm hoping you can use. To grab your freebie, scroll to the bottom of this post.
Looking for some other preschool math ideas? Check out some of these awesome blogger friends. We've put together a variety of ideas and freebies for you!
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Match it! Numbers 1-10 // The Primary Post
Ten Frame Counting Puzzles // Sara J. Creations
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Shapes Puzzles Freebie // A Dab of Glue Will Do
Spin and Color Shapes // The STEM Laboratory
Felt Cookie Counting // Teach Me Mommy
Color by Ten Frame // Playdough to Plato
Number Cards // Fun with Mama
Making Five Math Game // Mrs. Jones Creation Station
Fun Patterning Cards // Fairy Poppins
Printable Mini Number Books // The Kindergarten Connection
Shape Roll and Color // Modern Preschool
Preschool Math Patterns // Coffee Cups and Crayons
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