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Counting with Manipulatives Worksheet

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Counting with Manipulatives Worksheet

Children counting colorful blocks and toys

🎯 I Can Count Objects!

Success Criteria: I can count up to 10 objects and write the correct number.

1. Count the circles below. Use your finger to touch each one as you count.

○ ○ ○ ○ ○

How many circles? Write the number: _____

2. Count the stars. Circle the correct number.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

6

7

8

3. Draw 4 triangles in the box below.
4. Count the squares. Write the number.

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

I counted _____ squares.

🔢 I Can Match Numbers to Groups!

Success Criteria: I can match the correct number to groups of objects.

5. Draw a line to match each group to its number.
♦ ♦ ♦
♠ ♠ ♠ ♠ ♠
♥ ♥
2
5
3
6. Circle the group that has 6 objects.

Group A: ● ● ● ● ● ●

Group B: ● ● ● ● ●

Group C: ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

➕ I Can Add with Objects!

Success Criteria: I can use objects to help me add numbers together.

7. Count all the dots to find the answer.

2 + 3 = ?

●● + ●●● = _____

8. Use the shapes to solve this problem.

1 + 4 = ?

△ + △△△△ = _____

9. Challenge for Advanced Learners: Draw your own addition problem using shapes.

_____ + _____ = _____

📚 Dyslexia-Friendly Tips:

• Use your finger to point to each object as you count

• Count out loud or whisper the numbers

• Use real objects like blocks or crayons to help you

• Take your time - there's no rush!

🌟 Extension Activity: Find 10 small objects at home (like buttons or coins) and practice counting them forwards and backwards!

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