Math Activities for Kids

Counting Mats and mini erasers is a great activity for young children to practice counting, compare more and less, and to have a visual of how many are in that number. You can use these number mats in different ways. The simple mat includes an amount of circles (for small erasers, Lego bricks, pom poms, …

A really fun and easy way to introduce data collection to young learners is by graphing. Graphing helps students gain valuable experience with counting, data analysis, sorting, and comparing. It also introduces them to the skill of critical thinking. You may think that teaching graphing skills to kindergartners sounds like a mountainous task, but it’s …

Working with styrofoam and toothpicks is a great fine motor skills activity for kids of all ages. It will strengthen the tripod grasp which is important for holding a pencil. This makes it a great pre-writing activity for young children. Building Structures with Styrofoam   The best part about building toothpick structures is that it …

Ten frame addition worksheets are a great way to strengthen number sense, counting, and number recognition. There are different ways to use these ten frame worksheets to practice addition skills. They are great to use for Kindergarten Math in small groups, for morning work, or to put in a Math center (laminate and use dry …

100th day of school shirt ideas can sometimes be overwhelming. You want your child to have fun making their 100 days of school shirt and also look great wearing it. Take the pressure off, Mom! Here you will find the best collection of simple DIY 100th day shirt ideas that you and your kids will …

These fun pizza math activities are the perfect way for older children to experience the concept of fractions and great way for little learners to practice counting skills. You’re never too old for pretend play! So, turn your table into a pizzeria and have fun preparing the pizza orders and practicing different math skills! My …

Building and creating with LEGOS is so much fun! Whether you are following the instructions or building something unique, working with Legos is a great way to strengthen spatial awareness and engineering skills. But, LEGOS are not just fun and games, they make an excellent tool for the classroom, and you can use them to help …

Pattern blocks are so much fun for kids of all ages. I love to give young children a chance to build and create with the different shapes. Whether that is on a table or mixed in with other blocks, just having time to explore the shapes is extremely valuable. Once enough time has been given …

Stock up on extra pool noodles now from your local dollar store and get inspired by all of these pool noodle ideas. From learning activities and games to Science experiments and crafts, there will be something you just HAVE to try! From DIY costumes to parent hacks, these Pool Noodle Activities are for you! Here …

These free multiplication color by number worksheets are a fun way to have extra practice with multiplication facts. They are mandala designs that kids of all ages will love to color. Use these free color by number multiplication worksheets in math centers or as morning work.      There is just something about creating or …

This DIY egg carton puzzle for kids is so much fun and a great way to inspire creativity, problem solving, and mathematical thinking. This homemade puzzle is also great for fine motor skills as your child manipulates the pieces.  Doesn’t this DIY puzzle remind you of the game Tetris? There’s just something about it that …

Have you been looking for fun ways to help your students learn about money? The concept of money is an important skill and a challenging concept for young children. That is why these games, worksheets and activities have been helpful to us.  From coin recognition and the value of each coin to counting an amount …