Preschool Math Number Recognition Worksheets 0-20
Need a fresh way to teach numbers? These preschool math number recognition worksheets are exactly the kind of fun, no-fuss activity every teacher (and parent!) loves. Add these to your preschool math activities right now! With this free set of Find and Color math worksheets, your kids will practice spotting numbers from 0 to 20 in a hands-on, stress-free way.
Each page focuses on a single number and invites children to hunt for it among a sea of others—so they get loads of practice in each page! These worksheets are perfect for reinforcing number identification, and they’re great for quiet time, morning work, or a little extra practice at home. Just print, grab some crayons, and let the coloring (and learning!) begin.
When it comes to learning numbers, preschoolers need tons of fun repetition—and that’s where these preschool math number recognition worksheets come in! Each sheet is a number hunt where kids search for a specific number hidden in a grid, then color it every time they find it. It’s simple, engaging, and secretly super educational.
In the preschool classroom, repetition and visual support are essential. These worksheets d both by providing repetition and structure that helps preschoolers practice identifying numerals. Plus, they get to practice number formation as well as tracing the written form of the number, too.
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What Kids Practice with These Preschool Math Worksheets
These worksheets make early math feel more like play than work because it’s almost like a game! They’re designed to support learning in a simple, hands-on way. Here’s what your child will be working on:
Skill #1: Number Recognition
Each page spotlights one number, giving kids plenty of chances to find and name it. This kind of focused practice helps numbers really stick. Want to make it more exciting? Break out the dot markers or stickers and turn it into a mini number hunt!
Skill #2: Visual Discrimination
Kids look closely at lots of different numbers, building the ability to spot small differences—an important skill for reading, puzzles, and problem-solving. It’s great training for sharp eyes and focused attention.
Bonus Skill: Number Formation
As kids begin to recognize numbers, it’s a great time to start forming them too! Encourage your child to rainbow write with crayons to build muscle memory and fine motor skills.
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Preschool Math Activities Using Number Recognition Worksheets
These number hunts are a colorful way to boost number knowledge and attention to detail. Let’s look at what you get and how to use it.
What’s Included
- Printable pages for numbers 1–20
- Each worksheet features a number grid and target number
- Fun, easy-to-read font perfect for preschoolers
- Designed to print in black and white to save ink
Additional Materials
- Crayons or colored pencils
- Dot markers (for a twist!)
- Clipboard or dry erase pocket (for on-the-go learning)
- Laminator (if you want to reuse them with dry erase markers)
The Set Up
- Print out the pages for the numbers you’re working on.
- Add to a math center or pop into morning work bins.
- Hand out with crayons or dot markers.
- Kids color only the matching numbers they find.
- Laminate or use page protectors for reusable fun!
How to Teach Number Recognition Using Find and Color Math Worksheets
These worksheets are super versatile and easy to use, but a little intentional teaching goes a long way! Here’s how to make the most of them—plus some helpful tips to keep things fresh and engaging.
Step 1: Introduce the Number
Start by showing the target number to your preschoolers. Say the number aloud together a few times. Trace it in the air using big arm movements to help reinforce its shape. Count up to that number using fingers or small objects.
Teaching Tip: Use a number song or number formation rhymes to introduce the number in a fun, memorable way!
Step 2: Spot the Number
Look closely at the worksheet with your child. Ask, “Can you find the number ___ hiding in this number party?” Let them scan the grid and point it out. If they need help, guide their finger across the rows.
Teaching Tip: Use a plastic pointer, magnifying glass, or even a fun reading wand to turn number spotting into a game!
Step 3: Color the Matches
Once they spot the correct number, invite them to color each one they find. Encourage them to color carefully, staying inside the box if possible. Bright colors work best for keeping attention focused.
Teaching Tip: Let them choose a new color for each worksheet—it gives them ownership and keeps it fresh.
Step 4: Count and Color the Flags
After all the matching numbers are colored, color in the number of flags at the top of the worksheet. This sneakily adds one more layer of counting practice.
Step 5: Rainbow Writing
Finally, go back and have the children rainbow write the numeral and the written form of the number. After all that number hunting, rainbow writing the numeral will really help solidify the number recognition skills.
More Ways to Use Preschool Math Number Recognition Worksheets
Preschool math number recognition worksheets offer endless opportunities for young learners to build a strong foundation in early numeracy skills. Here are some ideas on how to make worksheets fun and hands-on in the preschool classroom.
- Turn it into a race: Who can find the number first?
- Play “Find the Number” with a pointer for group lessons.
- Make a mini book with all 20 pages in order.
- Use pages as placemats for snack time math practice!
- Color the numbers with dot markers.
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FAQ
These worksheets are perfect for preschoolers ages 3 to 5. They’re also great for pre-k or even kindergartners who need number recognition practice. Each page is easy to follow and fun to complete. They’re ideal for home, school, or small groups.
Yes! Once kids are familiar with the numbers, you can arrange the pages in order and practice sequencing. You can also use them to count backward or skip count by twos or fives.
Each page takes about 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the child. They’re perfect for quick math practice or filling a transition time. Kids love them so much, they often want to do more than one!
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I’m Sarah, an educator turned stay-at-home-mama of five! I’m the owner and creator of Stay At Home Educator, a website about intentional teaching and purposeful learning in the early childhood years. I’ve taught a range of levels, from preschool to college and a little bit of everything in between. Right now my focus is teaching my children and running a preschool from my home. Credentials include: Bachelors in Art, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction.