Preschoolers learn numbers best when they’re playing. In this video I share six fun, hands-on games we use to teach our preschooler numbers in our homeschool. Here are the ideas, with links to where each one came from.
What you’ll get from this post
- Six hands-on number games for preschool and pre-k
- Where to find the original muffin tin, ice cream scoop and LEGO counting ideas
- Our lesson plans and supply list for little learners
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Number games we use
Here are three of the games, with the original sources:
- Muffin tin counting game. A simple DIY counting activity using a muffin tin. Viewers loved this one. Source: For the Love of Learning
- Ice cream scoop game. A summer, ice cream themed preschool math game. Source: Fun-A-Day
- LEGO counting game. Counting and measuring with LEGO bricks. Source: The Imagination Tree
One viewer mentioned loving the pom-pom activity too.
Resources for teaching preschool
- Lesson plans for pre-k through 2nd grade, plus our daily schedule
- Our homeschool supply list
- For the bigger picture, see our easy way to teach preschool and pre-k at home.
What viewers say
Love these ideas! Thanks for sharing! The muffin cups is such a cool idea!
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Things we mentioned
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FAQ
How do I teach my preschooler numbers at home?
Use hands-on games. We like a muffin tin counting game, an ice cream scoop game and LEGO counting.
Do I need a curriculum to teach pre-k math?
Simple games with things you already have, like muffin tins and LEGO bricks, go a long way for preschool numbers.