Learning to count is a key part of early math development.
These free printable counting activities help children practice recognizing quantities, connecting numbers to objects, and building early math confidence through hands on learning.
Each worksheet is designed to be simple, clear, and age appropriate, making them ideal for preschool and kindergarten learners.
Counting Worksheets: Count and Write
These worksheets focus on counting objects and writing numbers.
Children count themed items and write the correct number in the box, using a helpful 1–10 number line for reference.
Available Worksheets
- Counting Activity 1 — Count fruits like blueberries, apples, strawberries, oranges, and kiwis
- Counting Activity 2 — Count everyday objects such as stars, balls, hearts, pencils, and diamonds
- Counting Activity 3 — Count insects including ladybugs, caterpillars, spiders, bees, and ants
- Counting Activity 4 — Count ocean animals like blue tang, whale, jellyfish, shark, and narwhal
- Counting Activity 5 — Count animals such as elephants, alligators, mice, pigs, and doves
Counting Worksheets: Count and Color
These worksheets help children recognize numbers and count quantities by coloring or marking dots.
Children look at a number and color that many dots from a group of ten, building one to one correspondence and controlled counting.
They work well with:
- Crayons
- Dot markers
- Round dot stickers
Available Worksheets
- Count and Color: Numbers to Dots 1
- Count and Color: Numbers to Dots 2
- Count and Color: Numbers to Dots 3
- Count and Color: Numbers to Dots 4
- Count and Color: Numbers to Dots 5
These activities are ideal for children who benefit from visual and hands on counting practice.
How to Use These Counting Worksheets
You can use these worksheets:
- In preschool classrooms
- For kindergarten readiness practice
- During homeschool learning time
- As quiet table activities at home
Helpful tips:
1. Encourage children to count aloud
2. Use fingers or pointing for one to one counting
3. Allow recounting when unsure
4. Focus on understanding, not speed
Why Counting Activities Matter
Counting activities help children:
- Understand numbers and quantities
- Build early math confidence
- Strengthen attention and focus
- Develop fine motor control
- Connect numbers to real world objects
By offering a variety of counting formats, writing, coloring, and marking, children can learn in ways that best suit their learning style.
With this growing collection of counting printables, your child can build strong number foundations through calm, engaging practice.
Bookmark this page and check back often as we continue adding new counting activities.
