Winter Math Centers for Kindergarten | Morning Tubs

The Winter Math Centers for Kindergarten are a low prep, hands on way to keep math learning engaging during the winter months. This printable set includes 14 winter themed math center activities designed for kindergarten students and perfect for math centers, morning tubs, bins, small groups, and independent practice. Each activity is easy to set up and encourages student independence while building essential early math skills.

❄️ What’s Included in the Winter Math Centers for Kindergarten

1. Winter Write and Wipe Numbers (1–20)
2. Winter Count and Clip Cards (1–10)
3. Which Has More? Winter Clip Cards
4. Which Has Less? Winter Clip Cards
5. Snowman Mittens Numbers Before and After
6. Winter Number Match with multiple representations
7. Winter Missing Numbers Write and Wipe
8. Build a Winter Pattern (AB, ABB, AAB, ABC)
9. Winter Count, Tally, and Graph Write and Wipe
10. Winter Ten Frame Addition (to 20)
11. Winter Odd and Even Number Sorting
12. Winter Greater Than, Less Than, Equal To (numbers to 20)
13. Winter Number Puzzles (skip counting by 2s)
14. Winter Subtraction from 10 using ten frames

✏️ How to Use

Each activity includes a printable center label and child friendly “I can” instructions to support independent work. Simply print and laminate the materials, then place them in bins or tubs for easy rotation. Many activities are designed as write and wipe tasks, making them reusable throughout the season.

Recording pages are included for every activity, allowing students to show their thinking and giving you clear evidence of learning.

🎯 Educational Benefits

• Builds number recognition and correct number formation
• Strengthens counting and quantity comparison skills
• Develops understanding of before and after numbers
• Supports number order and missing numbers
• Introduces patterns and sequencing
• Practices tally marks and graphing
• Reinforces addition and subtraction using ten frames
• Explores odd and even numbers
• Builds understanding of greater than, less than, and equal to
• Encourages skip counting by 2s

🖍️ Classroom Tips

• Store each activity in a labeled bin or pouch for quick setup
• Use dry erase markers and counters for repeated practice
• Introduce activities in small groups before adding them to centers
• Rotate a few centers weekly to keep students engaged

These Winter Math Centers for Kindergarten make it easy to keep math learning purposeful, organized, and fun all winter long while supporting a wide range of early math skills.

Happy Teaching! 😊