Acorn Counting Forward 1-20
Acorn counting-on mats give starting numbers such as 2, 9, 15 and 18, and students place the next two numbers after each, using cut-out acorn number cards, up to 20.

- Year groups
- Nursery–Reception (Early Years)
- File type
- Preparation
- Print ready
- Subject
- Seasons, Early Math, Holiday & Seasonal, Maths
- Topic
- Maths Centers, Year 1 Maths
- Resource types
- Activities
- Preparation
- Print ready
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Acorn Counting Forward 1-20 Help students build essential early maths skills with this fun autumn-themed counting activity. Young learners will strengthen their understanding of counting sequences as they use acorn manipulatives to count forward from numbers other than 1. This hands-on resource includes 2 counting mats with numbers 1-20 and accompanying acorn manipulatives. Students will place the acorns on the mats to demonstrate counting forward from the given number. Use as a small group activity, maths centre, independent practice, or even as homework. The mats help reinforce the valuable skill of counting on, an essential strategy for early addition. The no-prep mats promote hands-on learning while assessing counting sequences and fine motor skills. Optional extensions like dry-wipe markers, number stamps, or magnetic numbers add versatility. Implement the mats as-is or customise to fit your students' needs. An engaging way to build essential maths skills! Skills Targeted:
- Counting forward from numbers other than 1
- Counting sequences - Fine motor skills
- Counting on
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Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
Count forward from a starting number other than 1, up to 20
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Core concepts
Counting forward
Counting on
Number sequence to 20
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