Download these December gingerbread math build it mats to help students build, model, and write numbers 1–20 using cubes or small manipulatives.
This December Gingerbread Math Build-It Center Free Download includes festive gingerbread-themed number mats designed to help students build, model, and write numbers 1–20. Students choose a number card, build the number using cubes or manipulatives, trace or write it, and then record their work on the matching recording sheet.
The predictable, hands-on routine makes this center perfect for December math rotations, morning tubs, early finishers, or small-group number sense practice. The gingerbread theme adds a fun seasonal twist while reinforcing foundational skills such as counting, modeling quantities, and number formation. View the gingerbread mini erasers on Amazon HERE.
Ideas for use:
• Add to December math centers or morning tubs
• Use in small-group number sense lessons
• Pair with linking cubes, mini erasers, or snap cubes
• Send home for December math practice
• Use as a predictable, independent center all month long
What’s Included:
• Gingerbread-themed number build-it mats
• Number cards for numbers 1–20
• Matching recording sheets
• Print-and-go blackline format
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Tara West is a dedicated educator and the founder of Little Minds at Work, an educational platform designed to provide teachers with creative and engaging resources for early childhood education. With a focus on developing innovative lesson plans, classroom strategies, and activities, Tara brings her passion for teaching to life, empowering teachers to foster meaningful learning experiences for their students.
