Discover engaging and straightforward counting practice worksheets designed for children ages 3-8 at Kids Academy. Perfect for early learners, these age-appropriate activities make grasping basic counting skills fun and effective. Our worksheets employ visually stimulating designs and hands-on exercises to foster basic math understanding, boost number recognition, and enhance counting proficiency. Played-based learning keeps kids motivated and eager, guiding them from counting to more complex arithmetic effortlessly. Lay a strong foundation in numeracy with Kids Academy's easy and enjoyable counting worksheets, helping every child build confidence and succeed in their early math journey. Explore our curriculum today!


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Building with 8 Worksheet
Building with 8 Worksheet

Building with 8 Worksheet

Your child can learn more with this simple exercise! Get them counting and help them circle the groups of 8 bricks. It's a great addition to their post-school lessons, supporting their counting skills. Plus, it's a fun way to learn!
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Robot Fun Worksheet
Robot Fun Worksheet

Robot Fun Worksheet

Help your child learn about basic shapes with this fun robot worksheet! Kids practice identifying circles, squares, rectangles and triangles, then color each shape according to directions. Make math practice enjoyable with this coloring page that teaches all four basic shapes - it's an important math skill!
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Ten in the Bed: Vocabulary Worksheet
Ten in the Bed: Vocabulary Worksheet

Ten in the Bed: Vocabulary Worksheet

It's essential for emerging readers to be proficient in positional and directional words. This worksheet uses cheerful faces to help students identify who has "rolled over". Knowing these words is an essential part of reading and writing for pre-K and Kindergarteners. It also helps them to follow directions and use precise language.
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Counting Coins Worksheet
Counting Coins Worksheet

Counting Coins Worksheet

Help your students overcome their fear or aversion of counting and learning numbers with this fun worksheet! It features colorful pictures with four groups of coins. Ask the students to count each group, then trace the lines to the piggy bank. Show them it's easy to count and learn numbers!
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Solve Problems by Counting Worksheet
Solve Problems by Counting Worksheet

Solve Problems by Counting Worksheet

Download this free colorful worksheet and give your young math student practice with a number line. Counting on or back, they will learn to solve basic addition and subtraction word problems with ease. Ultimately, it will help them develop automaticity for later efficiency with addition and subtraction.
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More Octopus Facts Worksheet
More Octopus Facts Worksheet

More Octopus Facts Worksheet

This worksheet will help your kids learn about the Octopus. Read the text carefully and have kids read with you. Now, ask them questions based on it and help them answer them by circling the right choices. Teaching your kids facts about animals will help them in the long run.
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Zoo Tally Chart Worksheet
Zoo Tally Chart Worksheet

Zoo Tally Chart Worksheet

Your young mathematician will have fun counting and tallying zoo animals on this worksheet! Giraffes, elephants and monkeys - all accurately tallied at the bottom. They will assign values to each animal group to find the answer. It's math but they won't know it - it's a zoo out there!
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Add it Up Worksheet
Add it Up Worksheet

Add it Up Worksheet

The fire service is the right number to call in case of a fire. Test your children's safety knowledge by asking them other emergency numbers. Have them identify the fire truck in the worksheet and solve the number sentences. Guide them in drawing a line to the right answer.
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Baby Pandas Worksheet
Baby Pandas Worksheet

Baby Pandas Worksheet

Kids can't usually see pandas in person, but they can learn more about them with this fun worksheet! It includes a passage and picture, plus questions at the end to check kids' reading comprehension. Just ask them to read the text, check the "yes" and "no" boxes, and enjoy the fascinating facts about baby pandas!
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Party Arrays Worksheet
Party Arrays Worksheet

Party Arrays Worksheet

Help your child count the objects in each of the five arrays, then check the correct number sentence for each. This exercise will test their math skills and understanding of number sentences. Guide them to select the appropriate boxes.
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Pets Tally Chart Worksheet
Pets Tally Chart Worksheet

Pets Tally Chart Worksheet

Let your little mathematician count and tally the animals with this fun PDF worksheet. They'll assign value to each pet type and select the correct answer. It's a great way to practice number reasoning and learn how tallying helps keep math organized and efficient when solving equations.
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6 Parrots Worksheet
6 Parrots Worksheet

6 Parrots Worksheet

Love parrots? Here's a free worksheet to help your children practice counting to six with colorful parrot representations! Kids will adore counting the parrots and checking off groups of six - and it won't even feel like math! Just a fun way to make some new and exciting friends.
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Coloring Page: Number 2
Coloring Page: Number 2

Number 2 Printable

Help your child learn to recognize the number two with these cats and their yarn balls. Print this coloring page – it's great for counting and coloring fun! Your child will develop basic numeracy skills as they visually see numbers in action.
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Counting in an Amusement Park Worksheet
Counting in an Amusement Park Worksheet

Counting in an Amusement Park Worksheet

Love amusement parks? This colorful worksheet is sure to delight your child as they solve basic addition problems with missing addends. Picture representations help them solve the math equations, while traceable lines help them accurately complete the drawings. No roller coaster ride here, but still loads of fun!
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Counting Shapes Worksheet
Counting Shapes Worksheet

Counting Shapes Worksheet

Counting and number sense are essential skills. Picture representation helps kids understand and remember concepts. This free worksheet is perfect for introducing numbers and counting in groups of three. It also helps kids to practice writing numbers with traceable lines and guiding dots. It's an easy and fun way to give little mathematicians a successful start.
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Connect the Dots Math Worksheet
Connect the Dots Math Worksheet

Little Dipper Worksheet

Little Dipper Worksheet
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Dot to Dot Numbers 11-20
Dot to Dot Numbers 11-20

Ordering 11–20: Chicken & Egg Dot–to–dot Worksheet

Help your child hatch the chick and practice their counting skills with this dot to dot worksheet – the chicken came first! Connect the dots 11-20 to have fun and learn at the same time. Experience meaningful practice and gain confidence while drawing great pictures.
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Bicycle Shapes Worksheet Preview
Bicycle Shapes Worksheet Preview

Bicycle Shapes Worksheet

This fun geometry worksheet for preschoolers asks the child to spot hidden shapes (circles, squares) in a colorful bicycle. Each shape varies in size and the child checks the box when it's found. It's a visual way to teach shapes.
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Counting with Base Ten Blocks Worksheet
Counting with Base Ten Blocks Worksheet

Counting with Base Ten Blocks Worksheet

Math has different levels and gets harder as your child progresses. Don't be surprised when they bring home an algebra worksheet! In this one, they will add 1 tens to varying numbers and fill in the total. This builds their understanding of base tens.
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Animal Add Up Worksheet
Animal Add Up Worksheet

Animal Add Up Worksheet

Animals are fun to observe and interact with. They can be seen at the zoo, parks, farms and in homes with pets. This worksheet helps kids identify animals, and build addition skills. Look at the picture with them and help name each animal. After that, add the animals up and check the box for the correct answer. 80 words.
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A Baker's Supply Worksheet
A Baker's Supply Worksheet

A Baker's Supply Worksheet

A visit to the baker's shop is thrilling! Your kids will love it! From scrumptious goodies to the mouthwatering aroma, it's a magical experience. Ask your kids what they're most eager to see and do. Now, read the word problems in this worksheet to them. Help them choose the correct answer for each problem and circle the correct total.
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Tracing Winter Words: Deer
Tracing Winter Words: Deer

Deer Tracing Winter Words Worksheet

Want to give your kid's handwriting practice a festive twist? This colorful Christmas worksheet helps your child construct familiar sight words letter-by-letter while boosting their confidence in writing. It also teaches them essential motions for good handwriting and provides some spelling practice too. Want more free handwriting printables? Check out Kids Academy.
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Eight Geese Worksheet
Eight Geese Worksheet

Eight Geese Worksheet

Assess your child's counting skills with this worksheet. Help them count the geese in each group, then trace a line from the groups showing 8. Give your kids a boost by providing lots of exercises and learning aids to help with counting. They likely count objects they come across, like spoons and stones. Use this opportunity to give them practice and help them learn.
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Snowman Coloring Page
Snowman Coloring Page

Christmas: Snowman Printable

Brighten your child's winter with a snowman coloring page. Let them have fun decorating the snowman with their favorite colors while waiting for the perfect weather to go build a real snowman. If they're feeling under the weather, keep them entertained and distracted with a festive snowman. Let their imaginations run wild and inspire them to create something magical!
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Counting practice is fundamental for young children aged 3-8 because it sets the groundwork for essential mathematical skills and cognitive development. For parents and teachers, incorporating easy counting activities can significantly enhance a child's numerical understanding, which is crucial for their future academic success.

At an early age, children are highly receptive and capable of learning basic math concepts. By regularly practicing counting, they develop a strong sense of number recognition, patterning, and sequencing—skills which are indispensable for comprehending more advanced math in later grades. Easy counting activities also help in improving memory, concentration, and logical thinking.

For instance, counting everyday objects like toys, snacks, or steps builds a practical application of numbers, ensuring that children view learning math as both useful and enjoyable. Interactive and playful methods of counting, such as songs, games, and hands-on activities, keep children engaged and motivated.

Moreover, counting practice fosters confidence and a positive attitude towards mathematics. Early mastery of counting can alleviate math anxiety, making subsequent mathematical concepts more accessible and less intimidating. Parents and teachers who prioritize counting practice are equipping children with the tools they need for a solid mathematical foundation, promoting academic growth and a lifelong love of learning.