Count Tallies - Tally Marks Practice

Count Tallies - Tally Marks Practice is a fun and easy way to help young learners get comfortable with tally marks. This activity asks students to look at a group of tally marks and simply write the number they see. It’s great for building early counting skills and helping kids make the connection between marks and numbers.

Teachers love how simple this is to use, just print and go! No prep needed. It works well during math centers, morning work, or as a quick review at the end of a lesson. It’s also great to send home for extra practice.

Here’s how you can use it:

• As independent seatwork or math practice

• In small groups for reinforcement

• As an assessment to check understanding

• As a warm-up or exit ticket

Why it’s helpful:

• Supports number recognition and counting

• Reinforces how tally marks are grouped

• Encourages number writing practice

• Keeps students engaged with a clear and clean layout

Perfect for kindergarten and 1st grade, this resource is a must-have if you’re teaching tally marks and want something simple, effective, and kid-friendly.

Enjoy!