- Counting Fingers: Encourage preschoolers to count their fingers and recognize numbers.
- Number Hopscotch: Draw a hopscotch grid and place numbers in each square for children to jump and count.
- Shape Sorting: Provide different shapes and ask children to sort them into the correct categories.
- Pattern Matching: Create patterns using blocks or toys and ask children to continue the sequence.
- Number Hunt: Hide numbers around the room and have children search for them, calling out the numbers as they find them.
- Measure with Unifix: Use unifix cubes to measure various objects and compare their lengths.
- Number Line Hop: Draw a number line on the floor and have children hop to different numbers.
- Domino Addition: Use dominoes to introduce basic addition concepts by counting the dots on each side.
- Roll and Count: Roll a dice and have children count the dots, then move that number of spaces on a board game.
- Shape Tracing: Provide shape templates for children to trace and color.
- Sensory Counting: Fill a sensory bin with small objects and have children count and sort them by color or shape.
- Ten Frame Match-up: Create ten frame cards and have children match the correct number of objects to each frame.
- Money Sorting: Introduce coins and have children sort them by value or shape.
- Counting Songs: Sing songs like “Five Little Monkeys” or “Counting to Ten” to reinforce counting skills.
- Number Puzzles: Use number puzzles to help children recognize and sequence numbers.
- Shape Scavenger Hunt: Send children on a scavenger hunt to find objects that match specific shapes.
- Roll and Subtract: Similar to roll and count, but subtract the number rolled from a starting number.
- Measure with Non-standard Units: Use objects like paper clips or cotton balls to measure the length or weight of different items.
- Number Bingo: Play Bingo using numbers to help children recognize and match numerals.
These activities will engage preschoolers in math concepts while making it fun and interactive for them to learn!
