Pumpkin Counting Cards

I love fall, but I love even more when the learning activities we do in my classroom can connect to one another in a meaningful way!

We have been working on number identification, counting, and also reading number words. First, we practiced reading number words with our Pumpkin Count emergent reader.  Now, we will keep working on those numbers and words, but with pumpkin counting cards instead!

To prepare the counting cards, I print them out and laminate them. I sometimes use cardstock if I am using the school laminator for class activities.

If I use my home laminator and lamination sheets (they are so much better!!), I just use plain paper.

There are two sets of counting cards- one with numerals and one with number words. These make them great for differentiating for your students while still working on the same activity.

Students count the pumpkins on the card, and then use a clothespin to clip the correct number or number word. Clothespin activities are great for developing strength in writing muscles!

I put the cards and clothespins in one of our math bins for use during math workshop time or in small groups.

I put both the numbers and number words in there at the same time, but you could decide if you want your students to work on both, or focus on just one set at a time.

Download the Pumpkin Counting Cards

You can grab your own set of the pumpkin counting cards by clicking the yellow button below. Then, for even more clip card fun, check out the clip cards for math and literacy that will last the entire year!

More Pumpkin Fun!

For more pumpkin activities, check out how we decorate mini pumpkins, then download our free pumpkin number mats and fall printables!

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Alex

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Alex is a Kindergarten teacher with a passion for making learning fun and engaging. She's earned a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education, and Masters Degrees in Special Education and Curriculum Design. Alex is a night owl, coffee lover, and she owns more than 2,000 children’s books. Alex lives with her husband and their big black Labrador, Tank.

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