In this simple low-prep activity, children will practice counting from zero to ten. Each of the counting cards features fun and colorful graphics that are perfect for spring time. Children will count the number of items on each card and then choose the correct number and place it in the empty box.
This activity is great for one-on-one practice, as well as for centers or small groups. It reinforces number recognition, counting and one-to-one correspondence skills.
Items needed for the Spring Count to 10
- Printer Paper
- Printer – this is the one I use (it is great on ink!)
- Paper trimmer (optional)
- Scissors (if you do not have a paper trimmer)
- Laminator (optional)
- Laminating Pouches (optional)
- Velcro Dots (optional)
Counting Task Cards Spring Themes
There are five fun themes to choose from for the spring counting to 10 cards. To download the task cards, choose the themes you would like, select the download button, enter you details and then download!
Count the Raindrops
This count the raindrops theme features fun ducks holding umbrellas with varying raindrops around them. Children will practice counting the raindrops and then placing the correct number in the box.
Count the Butterflies
This count the butterflies theme features adorable bunny rabbits holding a net with varying butterflies around them. Children will practice counting the butterflies and then placing the correct number in the box.
Count the Kites
This count the kites theme features a bright blue sky with varying kites throughout them. Children will practice counting the kites and then placing the correct number in the box.
Count the Flower Petals
This count the flower petals theme features a flower with varying petals around them. Children will practice counting the flower petals and then placing the correct number in the box.
Count the Frogs
This count the frogs theme features a body of water with varying frogs in it. Children will practice counting the frogs and then placing the correct number in the box.
Spring Counting Activity Instructions
I have completed this activity in several phases, depending on the skill level of the child. Before starting the activity, lay out the counting cards and numbers. If this is the first time a child has been exposed to numbers or counting, only lay out a few cards to work on. For example, I like to begin with just numbers 0-3, before moving on to others.
Phase I: Instruct children to count the number of items. Once they have completed, hold up the number cut out and say “right!, there is 1 [insert item – frog, kite, butterfly, etc]! This is the number 1.” (or whichever number you are working on). I then like to ask “what number is this again?” so that the number is being repeated back to me.
If the counting was not correct, help the child count and then state the same thing as above.
Phase II: Instruct children to count the number of items. And then have them choose the correct number to place in the box.
Phase III: Instruct children to count the number of items. Then, have them write the correct number in the box. For this option, it is ideal to have the cards laminated so that they can be used again, in the future.
Important Notes: For those younger children, they should be instructed to count each item one-by-one, touching each item as they count. They should also be asked to count the items from left to right.
As children are more exposed to counting and numbers, they should reach a point where they will not need to count by touching each item, for the smaller numbers. For example, they will come to recognize three items automatically, without the need for counting.
Download the Spring Counting Activities
Check out the five fun free spring theme counting activities above. Select the download button under the resource you’d like, enter your details and then download to your computer!
