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How to Make Math Fun for Preschoolers

March 30, 2016 by Sheryl Cooper

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Learning how to make math fun for preschoolers can feel like a challenge. Do you sit them down and do flashcards? Or what about worksheets?

Are they having fun? Is this enjoyable?

The key to getting young children excited about math is to make it fun so that they don’t even realize they are learning something. There is no pressure. No drilling. And you certainly don’t need flashcards and worksheets.

I’ve put together a collection of activities that will build that foundation for kids to enjoy math. Take a look and let me know which ones you try!

 

 

how to make math fun for preschoolers

 

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How to Make Math Fun for Preschoolers

 

Counting and Playing with 10 Ducks: We love putting together activities based on favorite counting picture books. This sensory math play is based on Eric Carle’s book 10 Rubber Ducks.

Roll and Dot the Number: This is a good game for preschoolers who can identify numbers 1-6. The child rolls the die and then identifies the number represented by the dots on the die. They find that number on the free printable that is provided and stamps it with a marker. (From Mom Inspired Life)

Race to Fill the Cup: Any small items and a cup work fine with this game. The first person to fill the cup wins! (From Frugal Fun for Boys)

Rainy Day Math Game: Here’s a fun a weather game that encourages your preschooler to practice number recognition, one-to-one correspondence, and patterning. (From My Nearest and Dearest)

Counting and Measuring with Lego: I love how easy this is! If you have Duplo bricks, you can write directly on them – numbers are on one side and dots (to count) are on the other. Go as high as your child is ready for. (From The Imagination Tree)

Ladybug Number Game: Using craft sticks and ladybug clothespins, recognize the number on the stick and place that many ladybugs on it. What I love is that this can be adjusted for your child’s counting skills. (From Housing a Forest)

Bug Math Game: This game is perfect in your learning center or on the kitchen table. Roll the die, count the bugs, and put them in the jar. (From the Measured Mom)

Roll a Duplo Tower: Roll the die and see who can build the tallest tower! Lego lovers will especially enjoy this construction game. (From Stir the Wonder)

Fishing Math Game: Practice 1:1 correspondence and color recognition while fishing for numbers. You can even decorate your own fishing pole! (From Buggy and Buddy)

Pom Pom Counting Activity: This is a simple DIY idea that also strengthens fine motor skills while using tongs. (From Laughing Kids Learn)

Here are other fun ways to add math to your preschooler’s day:

Involve them in cooking and baking, sort laundry, weigh produce in the store, count steps while going up the stairs, play board games, and read picture books that involve counting!

 

Bonus! Grab these themed monthly counting cards!

Preschool Counting Cards Printable

Thirteen sets (143 pages) of monthly card sets, one for each month of the year.  For the years in which Easter falls in March, there is an alternate set that can be used.

They’re perfect for practicing those beginning numbers with toddlers and preschoolers!

Each number prints on its own page and includes large, clear images that make it easy for little ones to practice counting!

For only $4.00 download your PDF digital bundled pack now!

 

You can find even more math ideas on my pin board!

How to Make Math Fun - Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds

 

More activities to try:

STEM Playdough Building Challenge for Preschooolers - Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds      Learning the Alphabet - Activities for Preschoolers - Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds      science experiments for preschoolers

 

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About Sheryl Cooper

Sheryl Cooper is the founder of Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds, a website full of activities for toddlers and preschoolers. She has been teaching this age group for over 20 years and loves to share her passion with teachers, parents, grandparents, and anyone with young children in their lives.

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Comments

  1. Mirela says

    April 6, 2016 at 10:15 am

    Fishing math game it is probably the best 🙂
    Maybe because of my evokes memories of when I played just the fish 🙂

    • Sheryl Cooper says

      April 8, 2016 at 9:47 pm

      Oh yes, those childhood memories are special!

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