Elevate Number Recognition Activities With Ten Frames

Empty ten frames can be used for a variety of number recognition activities. This colorful set of frames includes ten uniquely-themed single and double ten frames to keep your students engaged. The themes include:

Single Frames:

• Giraffe
• Dragon
• Crayon Box
• Astronaut
• Gumballs
• Rainbow
• Palm Trees
• Panda
• Sun
• Rabbit

Double Frames:

• Cheetah
• Bear
• Beaver
• Aquarium
• Snail
• Elephant
• Puppy
• Treasure
• Pig
• Robot

This resource also includes counters and a version of the ten frames filled to show the numbers 1 – 20, which can be displayed as examples or posters.

What Are the Benefits of Ten Frames? 

A variety of benefits exist for using single and double ten frames in the classroom, including:

• Building Number Sense: Ten frames allow students to visualize and work with numbers in a structured way.
• Enhancing Number Relationships: Students can easily see how numbers relate to 10 and 20 when using these frames.
• Facilitating Addition and Subtraction: Adding and subtracting objects from the frames makes teaching simple addition and subtraction a visual affair.
• Promoting an Understanding of Place Value: Ten frames support teaching place value concepts as students can see numbers broken down into tens and ones. For example, 13 can be shown as one full ten frame plus three counters into another.

Instructions: 

1. Download the PDF or Google Slides.
2. Print the frame you would like students to use, or print them all for variety!
3. Give students counters or print and use the counters provided.
4. Use these single and double ten frames for a variety of math activities.

Just Download and Print!

This resource is available in both easy-to-print PDF and editable Google Slides format. Use the drop-down arrow located on the download button to choose the best option for your students.

Longevity Tip: Print frames on cardstock and laminate so students can use these frames again and again!

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher in Michigan and a Teach Starter collaborator.

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