5 Fun Number Activities for Preschoolers to Learn 0–20

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Learning numbers doesn’t have to mean sitting down with generic worksheets. Preschoolers can learn counting, number recognition, and early writing through simple, playful activities.

Teaching numbers may seem simple, but finding the right activities that keep them interested and actively involved can be challenging. Just simply showing children numbers and asking them to memorize isn’t always enough.

The better approach is to motivate them first by providing them with activities that will challenge their thinking and creativity. If you give your young learner the opportunity to try different things, it can make learning way more meaningful and engaging.

So, here are actual 5 simple and engaging number activities perfect for preschoolers learning at home or at school:

1. Number Tracing: A very simple but effective way to practice number formation and get comfortable writing numbers.
2. Word Number Tracing: Learning the words behind the numbers helps children become more familiar with how each number is written and spelled.
3. Number Hunt: This is a fun activity to add that can reinforce their number recognition and open up their detective skills in identifying specific numbers.
4. Count the Objects: Now, this is where children can apply what they’ve learned by counting different objects.
5. Color the Objects: A fun finishing activity that adds creativity and color to learning numbers.

The best number-learning activities don’t have to be complicated. What matters is giving children different ways to interact with numbers on their own.

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For example, a simple number-learning session can combine:

Recognize ⟶ Trace ⟶ Find ⟶ Count ⟶ Color

This allows children to practice different skills while keeping the activity varied and engaging. You don’t need to practice all the numbers in one sitting. For preschoolers, you can gradually introduce the numbers from 0 to 20 as they become more comfortable, rather than expecting them to learn everything at once.

You can also revisit numbers they’ve already learned. Repetition is useful, especially when they are still developing number recognition, pencil control, and counting skills.

Let children trace at their own pace, count objects alongside, choose their own colors, and celebrate their progress as they learn new numbers.

If you’re looking for a ready-to-use resource that combines these activities, try out Choyeo’s My First 123 Workbook and introduce your little ones to a series of fun and engaging number activities all in one printable workbook.

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