Count by Ones with Dot-to-Dot Worksheets

Dot-to-dot puzzles are a fantastic teaching tool for early learners. As students connect the dots in numerical order, they naturally practise counting by ones, reinforcing their understanding of number sequence. These puzzles offer a hands-on approach to learning, making maths more approachable and enjoyable.

This set of 3 dot-to-dot puzzles has been created by our dedicated teacher team to help your students practise counting by ones. To help you differentiate for the varying ability levels of your students, three versions have been provided:

• Toucan (Students count from 1-25)
• Honey Bear (Students count from 1-33)
• Dinosaur (Students count from 1-38)

This resource downloads as a black-and-white PDF. It also includes an answer key.

Ways to Use These Dot-to-Dot Worksheets

These counting by ones dot-to-dot worksheets can be used in various ways in your early years classroom. Here are some suggestions from our teacher team:

1. Warm-Up Activity – Start your lesson on counting in sequence with a quick dot-to-dot puzzle as a warm-up exercise.
2. Maths Group Activity – Use the puzzles during small group instruction. Have students work together to complete the puzzle, promoting collaboration and discussion.
3. Individual Practice –  Use the puzzles as a quiet and focused independent activity, allowing students to work at their own pace.
4. Fine Motor Strengthening – Once the puzzle is complete, encourage students to colour the revealed image as a means of developing their fine motor skills.

Download Your Dot-to-Dot Printables

Use the Download button above to access the easy-print PDF.

As this resource contains an answer sheet, you may wish to print only one copy and remove the answer sheet before making further copies.

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