Counting skills Easy Numbers Worksheets for 5-Year-Olds

Welcome to our Counting Skills Easy Numbers Worksheets for 5-Year-Olds! Designed to make learning fun and engaging, these worksheets help young learners master essential counting skills. With vibrant illustrations and age-appropriate activities, children will practice counting objects, recognizing numbers, and understanding basic math concepts. Each worksheet is crafted to enhance fine motor skills and boost confidence in young learners. Ideal for both classroom and home learning, our interactive materials encourage independent thinking while providing guidance to support your child's educational journey. Explore our worksheets today and watch your little one develop a strong foundation in counting skills!


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Coloring Page: Number 10
Coloring Page: Number 10

Number 10 Printable

Easter eggs are a great way to combine creativity and learning! Help your child explore the number 10 with our fun coloring page. The intricate designs will spark their imagination and fuel their artistic side, while they practice important numeracy basics. Get creative with eggs and enjoy the fun, no matter the time of year!
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Counting Fun Worksheet
Counting Fun Worksheet

Counting Fun Worksheet

Math and fun can go hand-in-hand with this free PDF worksheet! Bright, colourful illustrations will activate your child's brain, as they count the red and yellow flowers. How many can you see? Count together and write down the total. Make learning and counting fun for your little ones!
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Coloring Page: Number 5
Coloring Page: Number 5

Number 5 Printable

Let your child have fun with this number 5 coloring page! They'll adore coloring the birds and music notes, while learning to recognize the number 5. Enjoy listening to the birds sing their beautiful songs!
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Counting Books at the Library Worksheet
Counting Books at the Library Worksheet

Counting Books at the Library Worksheet

At the library, you can find many books arranged in rows on shelves. Count the books in each row with your kids and check the box that shows the right way to count them. Besides books, libraries offer a place to read, study and research.
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Counting Eggs Worksheet
Counting Eggs Worksheet

Counting Eggs Worksheet

Help the Mother bird find her nest! Show your kids this printout, have them point at the bird and the nests. Ask them to count the eggs in each nest carefully. Finally, help her by circling the one with 5 eggs.
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Animal Tracks: Find 1 Less Worksheet
Animal Tracks: Find 1 Less Worksheet

Animal Tracks: Find 1 Less Worksheet

Animals are all around us - wild and domestic. Ask your kids to name their favourites, then use this animal tracks worksheet to explore more. Help them circle the groups with 1 less animal track. It's a great way to learn about the creatures we share our world with!
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Find 9 Worksheet
Find 9 Worksheet

Find 9 Worksheet

Teach your kids to count proficiently with fun exercises and everyday objects. In this worksheet, assist your kid in counting sharks in the ocean and checking the box next to the group that has 9. This activity will help build a strong foundation for addition and subtraction later on.
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Find 7 Worksheet
Find 7 Worksheet

Find 7 Worksheet

Counting seahorses in groups of 7 is fun and educational with this free worksheet. Kids practice counting, one-to-one number representation, and check off the correct answers, all while admiring the brightly colored seahorses. A great way to make learning enjoyable!
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Baseball Counting Worksheet
Baseball Counting Worksheet

Baseball Counting Worksheet

Does your family like baseball? Refresh their minds by asking them to count items in a baseball game. To begin, have them count from 1 to 10. Point out each object and read out the numbers. Then, help them circle the group that matches each number. It will be a fun way to test their counting skills!
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Kindergarten number tracing PDF worksheet
Kindergarten number tracing PDF worksheet

Kindergarten Number Tracing: Counting in Charts Worksheet

Little learners can find big numbers tricky! Help them practice counting and build early math skills, like place value and addition, with this kindergarten number tracing PDF worksheet. Count the dots to solve the problem and trace each answer!
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Coloring Page: Number 4
Coloring Page: Number 4

Number 4 Printable

Kids love gifts! Give your child a learning opportunity with this number 4 coloring page. As they design their own wrapping paper, they'll learn to read and recognize the number four. An exciting way to have fun and learn at the same time!
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Find 7 Eggs Worksheet
Find 7 Eggs Worksheet

Find 7 Eggs Worksheet

Mama chicken needs help counting her eggs! Have your child use one-to-one number representation to count and circle the nests that have seven eggs with this free and fun worksheet. Picture representation is a great way to start building math skills. Download this PDF and make math time fast and enjoyable!
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Counting Spots Worksheet
Counting Spots Worksheet

Counting Spots Worksheet

This worksheet is full of cute, colorful ladybugs. Help your kids identify Lulu, who has two spots on her body. Count the spots on each ladybug and circle the one with two spots. Then read the instructions on the other sections and help them find the ladybugs there, too!
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Construction Zone: Counting Stairs Worksheet
Construction Zone: Counting Stairs Worksheet

Construction Zone: Counting Stairs Worksheet

Do your kids know what professional jobs and professionals are? Ask them to name some, then look at this worksheet. Construction is a professional job that requires specific skills for handling equipment. Help your kids use the bricks to make one step higher stairs, then check the stack of bricks that fits.
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Sea Math Worksheet
Sea Math Worksheet

Sea Math Worksheet

Dive into an ocean of addition with this fun math worksheet! Help your little mathematician count and add colorful coral and fish. Point out phrases like "in total" or "all together" as a reminder to use addition. Watch them add to find the answer and check the boxes to finish!
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Count and Pair Seashells Worksheet
Count and Pair Seashells Worksheet

Count and Pair Seashells Worksheet

Kids love trips to the beach. Ask them to count the shells in the four sets of seashells in this printout - then circle the correct number beneath each set. Let them recall the happy memories of the beach and make this worksheet fun.
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Counting in the Neighborhood Part1 Worksheet
Counting in the Neighborhood Part1 Worksheet

Counting in the Neighborhood Part1 Worksheet

Counting using one-to-one representation is a great way to develop a child's number sense. Use objects, pictures and images to help counting beyond the fingers. This worksheet uses everyday objects to practice counting. It encourages children to find the correct number and count forward. Give it a try!
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Count in the School of Magic Worksheet
Count in the School of Magic Worksheet

Count in the School of Magic Worksheet

Your math learners can explore the School of Magic with this worksheet. They'll read equations with addition and subtraction numbers under 20, count back and forth to find the answer, then complete the counting sentences. Fun pictures and easy accuracy make it an enjoyable and successful learning experience.
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Turtle Counting Worksheet
Turtle Counting Worksheet

Turtle Counting Worksheet

Help your child identify the turtle in the picture and teach them about turtles. From their diet to the life cycle, they'll learn a lot. Now, help the baby turtle return to its mother. Count from 1 to 7, then connect the dots on the printout.
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Count and Write 7 Worksheet
Count and Write 7 Worksheet

Count and Write 7 Worksheet

It's key to recognize and represent numbers in different formats. This free PDF shows children how '7' looks as a numeral, word, and with dice. Strengthening math skills is crucial, and the traceable lines and bright guide dots can help them practice writing '7' in two forms. Additionally, they'll hone their fine motor skills as they circle the dice that depicts '7'.
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Fruit Bowl Worksheet
Fruit Bowl Worksheet

Fruit Bowl Worksheet

Kids love counting fruit! This fun math worksheet lets them count the number of fruit in each group and use the traceable lines to connect the correct number. It's a great way to learn one-to-one number representation, plus it's yummy and delicious!
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Halloween Counting Worksheet from 11 to 20
Halloween Counting Worksheet from 11 to 20

Ordering 11–20: Halloween Counting Worksheet

No matter the time of year, help your child get ready for Halloween with this worksheet. They'll practice counting from 11 to 20, recognizing numbers, and using a pencil to draw. By connecting the dots, they'll create a pumpkin picture, while unknowingly strengthening their early math skills. Print it today for an educational and fun experience!
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One More Jumps In Worksheet
One More Jumps In Worksheet

One More Jumps In Worksheet

Polar bears live in the Arctic which is always cold and snowy. Show your kids pictures of polar bears swimming in the water. Read the text and help them count correctly to answer the questions in the first and second sections.
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Math PDF Worksheets - Count and Trace: 4 – 6
Math PDF Worksheets - Count and Trace: 4 – 6

Count and Trace 4 – 6 Worksheet

Download Kids Academy's brightly colored math worksheet for a fun and rewarding math experience for your little learner. Using Singapore Math, this worksheet helps children visualize, solve and practice fine motor skills. Click here for more math worksheets!
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Counting skills are fundamental to early childhood education, making it essential for parents and teachers to support the development of these skills in 5-year-olds. Mastering counting provides a strong foundation for mathematical understanding, fostering critical cognitive abilities that extend beyond numbers. When children learn to count, they develop essential skills such as one-to-one correspondence, number recognition, and the ability to subitize, which is recognizing small quantities without the need to count.

By nurturing counting skills at a young age, educators and parents encourage logical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and spatial awareness. These are not only important for future math success but they also enhance overall learning experiences. Moreover, counting is often integrated into everyday activities—from counting steps while walking to measuring ingredients in cooking—which helps children see the practical applications of their skills.

Encouraging easy number counting through play-based approaches lays the groundwork for confidence in math, as positive experiences with numbers at this age can significantly influence a child's attitude towards learning. Additionally, laying this groundwork can reduce math anxiety later in life, preparing children for a more successful academic journey. In short, counting skills in young learners open doors to a world of mathematical exploration and lifelong learning.