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Free Counting Puzzle Printables for Preschool and Kindergarten

These free counting puzzle printables are a simple, hands-on way for preschoolers and kindergarteners to practice number recognition, counting, and number order.

Each picture puzzle is divided into numbered strips. Children place the pieces in order to complete the picture while practicing either numbers 1-10 or numbers 11-20.

These printables work well for homeschool preschool, kindergarten math practice, seasonal learning, quiet bins, morning baskets, math centers, and extra number order practice.

Happy Sun Counting 1-10 picture puzzle

Free Counting Puzzle Printables

This collection includes seasonal counting picture puzzles for winter, Thanksgiving, patriotic/America themes, farm themes, Nativity themes, and a few simple everyday designs.

The puzzles focus on either:

  • Counting and number order from 1-10
  • Counting and number order from 11-20

You can use them as one-time cut-and-paste style activities, or you can laminate the pieces for repeated use.

Skills Practiced with Counting Picture Puzzles

  • Counting from 1-10
  • Counting from 11-20
  • Number recognition
  • Number sequencing
  • Visual discrimination
  • Fine motor skills
  • Scissor skills
  • Problem solving

How to Use These Counting Puzzle Printables

  1. Choose a puzzle that fits your season, theme, or child’s current number level.
  2. Print the puzzle page.
  3. Cut apart the numbered strips, or have your child cut them apart for extra fine motor practice.
  4. Mix up the pieces.
  5. Have your child place the numbers in order.
  6. When the pieces are in the correct order, the picture will be complete.

For younger children, you may want to cut the puzzle strips ahead of time. For repeated use, print on cardstock or laminate the puzzle before cutting it apart.

Joseph, Mary, and Jesus Nativity counting puzzle

Winter Counting Puzzle Printables

Thanksgiving Counting Puzzle Printables

Patriotic and America Counting Puzzle Printables

Farm Counting Puzzle Printables

Nativity Counting Puzzle Printables

More Counting Puzzle Printables

Which Counting Puzzle Should I Use First?

If your child is still learning the first ten numbers, begin with one of the 1-10 counting puzzles. These are best for children who are learning basic number recognition and number order.

If your child is comfortable with numbers 1-10 and ready for more practice, choose one of the 11-20 counting puzzles. These are helpful for children who need extra practice recognizing and sequencing teen numbers.

Ideas for Using These Counting Printables

  • Add one to a preschool or kindergarten math lesson
  • Use them with seasonal unit studies
  • Place laminated puzzles in a quiet bin
  • Add them to a morning basket
  • Use them for math centers
  • Pair them with themed picture books
  • Keep a few on hand for simple, low-prep review

More Free Homeschooling Printables

If you enjoy these counting puzzle printables, you may also like browsing my larger collection of Free Homeschooling Printables.

You can also visit my Free Christian Printables and Free Simple Living Printables for more simple learning activities, Christian printables, and family resources.

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I hope these free counting puzzle printables make your early math time a little easier and more enjoyable.