Get ready to count some tiny creatures!
This free printable insect-themed worksheet invites children to count cute bugs like ladybugs, caterpillars, spiders, bees, and ants, then write the correct number beside each group.
It’s a fun and interactive way to strengthen early math, number recognition, and fine motor skills, while learning more about insects in nature.
Perfect for preschool and kindergarten learners, this activity combines math practice with curiosity about the natural world.
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This worksheet includes five engaging counting challenges that feature friendly insect illustrations kids will love.
- Five counting problems featuring:
- Ladybugs
- Caterpillars
- Spiders
- Bees
- Ants
- Answer boxes beside each insect group
- A 1–10 number guide at the bottom for easy reference
Each problem encourages children to count carefully, observe details, and match quantities to numbers — a key foundation for early numeracy and handwriting.
How to Use This Printable
- Print on A4 or US Letter paper.
- Look at each group of insects and count them aloud.
- Write the correct number in the answer box.
- Use the 1–10 number line at the bottom if needed.
- Talk about the insects together — ask fun questions like “Which ones can fly?” or “How many legs does a spider have?”
Teachers and parents can extend the activity by adding simple comparisons:
“Which group has more bugs?” or “Which has fewer?”
This encourages problem-solving and deeper observation.
Learning Benefits
- Builds counting accuracy and number recognition
- Strengthens fine motor coordination and pencil control
- Enhances focus, observation, and attention to detail
- Promotes vocabulary development around insects and nature
- Provides a screen-free, hands-on math activity for home or classroom use
By blending math with a fun insect theme, this printable helps children stay engaged while developing confidence in counting from 1 to 10.
Download the free printable PDF below and let your little learners enjoy counting ladybugs, bees, and other tiny friends!
Discover more fun math ideas in our Counting Activities Collection for preschool and kindergarten.
