Bring the magic of winter into your classroom or home with these cheerful snowman number mats! Designed to support early math development, these interactive printables are perfect for helping young learners master counting, number recognition, and early numeracy skills.
Using the Snowman Number Mats
These mats are practically grab-and-go! Each one is formatted to print on a full sheet of paper. Just print, laminate (or pop them into write-and-wipe pockets), and you’re ready to go. Laminating keeps the mats durable and resistant to residue, especially when using playdough or wax sticks.
First, have your learners point to the number word at the top of the page and say it aloud. This will help them learn to recognize the word over time.
Next, have your kiddos use playdough, wax sticks, pom-poms, or dry erase markers to fill in a large outline of the number. This hands-on portion of the mat supports fine motor development and reinforces number formation.
Heading to the next task, students will choose the correct number from a group of three. This simple identification task boosts confidence and strengthens visual discrimination.
Then, students will count the adorable snowmen in the ten frame. After counting, they will use their own counters to build a matching set. You can use seasonal manipulatives, like these snowman mini erasers, or just grab anything you have on hand. For younger kids who tend to put things in their mouths, you may want to have them draw a set using dry-erase markers instead.
Finally, your students will trace the number word with their finger or a dry-erase marker. This helps reinforce spelling and will help them commit the sight word to memory.
What You’ll Need to Get Started with The Snowman Number Mats
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- Printable Snowman Number Mats (download link at the bottom)
- Playdough, wax sticks, or dry-erase markers
- Fun counters (think snowman mini erasers, colorful pom-poms, or foam snowflakes)
- Laminator or reusable dry-erase pockets (strongly recommended)
Adapting The Activity For Different Needs
If your students struggle with fine motor skills, try swapping out the small counters for larger tools like bingo daubers or dot markers. These alternatives are easier to handle and can easily be used for filling in the number outline and building the set in the ten frame.
If the number of tasks on this mat seems like it may be overwhelming for your students, we’ve got a simpler set available here. These cards pare down the tasks while still building core skills.
For learners using AAC devices or eye gaze, try using these simple number cards, which are much smaller and work well with the felt boards and hook-and-loop tabs.
More Creative Ways to Use These Counting Mats
These mats become much more versatile if you bind them into personal snowman counting books for each student. This makes them easy to incorporate into your morning meeting or send them home for additional practice with parents.
Whether you are using them in a homeschool or classroom setting, these snowman number mats are sure to delight your students this winter season.
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