Ten Frame Number Matching Cards | Numbers 1–10

Make math fun with these Ten Frame Number Matching task cards! Designed for preschool and kindergarten, this activity helps children practice numbers 1–10 by matching numerals to counters in ten frames.

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This resource is part of the Kindergarten Morning Tubs Set 2. If you already own that bundle, please do not purchase this resource again.

✨ What’s Included in the Ten Frame Number Matching Cards

• ✔️ 20 number matching task cards (numbers 1–10 with both matches and mismatches)
• ✔️ Each card shows a large numeral and a ten frame with counters
• ✔️ Answer area with a check mark and cross on every card
• ✔️ Optional self-checking: add a small sticker or mark behind the correct answer on the back

🎨 How to Use the Ten Frame Number Matching Cards

• Math centers or morning tubs for independent practice
• Small group lessons to model counting and one-to-one correspondence
• Partner activity: one student answers, the other checks
• Quick warm-ups, intervention, or exit tickets

🌟 Skills Built with Ten Frame Number Matching Card

• Builds number recognition (1–10)
• Strengthens counting skills using ten frames
• Reinforces matching numerals to quantities
• Encourages independent learning and self-checking
• Develops fine motor skills through clipping

💡 Extra Ideas

• Sort cards into “Match” and “Not a Match” piles to reinforce comparisons
• Have students create their own ten frames to match a chosen numeral
• Use a timer for a quick fluency round, then graph class progress

Happy Teaching! 🙂