Help your child develop strong early math skills with this Fill the Missing Numbers worksheet.
In this activity, children look at a number sequence and fill in the missing numbers to complete each row correctly.
This worksheet focuses on understanding number order and sequence, encouraging children to think logically rather than simply count objects.
What’s Included in This Worksheet
This missing numbers worksheet is designed for early learners and includes:
- Five number sequences, each containing six numbers
- Two missing numbers in every sequence
- Number ranges limited to 1–10 for confidence building
- Mixed blank positions to prevent guessing
- A clean, uncluttered layout for focused learning
Each problem encourages children to analyze the sequence carefully and decide which numbers belong in the blank spaces.
How to Use This Worksheet
Instruction:
Fill in the missing numbers.
Helpful tips for adults:
- Encourage children to say the numbers out loud as they look at the sequence
- Ask what number comes before or after a given number
- Allow children to count forward if needed
- Review answers together after completion
This worksheet works well with pencils or crayons and can be reused in a dry erase sleeve for repeated practice.
Skills This Worksheet Supports
Completing this worksheet helps children strengthen:
- Number order and sequencing
- Counting confidence
- Logical thinking
- Visual scanning
- Attention and focus
- Fine motor coordination
These foundational skills are important for later math topics such as addition, subtraction, and problem solving.
Why Missing Numbers Activities Are Important
Missing numbers activities help children move beyond rote counting.
Instead of simply naming numbers, children must understand how numbers relate to each other within a sequence.
This builds a deeper understanding of numbers and prepares children for more advanced math concepts.
Who This Worksheet Is For
This worksheet is suitable for:
- Preschool children ages 4–6
- Kindergarten readiness practice
- Homeschool learning
- Early learning centers
- At home math activities with parents
Numbered worksheets allow children to complete activities in any order and revisit them as needed.
Download the free PDF below and help your child practice number sequencing and logical thinking through clear, hands on learning.
Find more printable math worksheets in our Counting Activities Collection.
