December Ten Frame Builders Free Download – Gingerbread Counting and Number Building Mats for Numbers 1–20
Math
Download these December gingerbread ten frame builders for hands-on counting and number building practice with numbers 1–20. Perfect for winter math centers.
This December Ten Frame Builders Free Download features festive gingerbread-themed ten frame mats designed to strengthen counting, number recognition, and early number sense. Students build each number using manipulatives such as mini-erasers, pom-poms, or gumdrops, then read, represent, and check their work on the ten frame.
These mats are perfect for December math centers, morning tubs, small-group practice, or independent number work. The gingerbread theme keeps learners engaged throughout the winter season while reinforcing key math concepts.
Ideas for use:
• Add to December math rotations for daily ten frame practice
• Use during small-group instruction to model number building
• Pair with mini gingerbread erasers or holiday manipulatives
• Place in morning tubs for festive, hands-on warm-up work
• Send home as December number practice for families
What’s Included:
• December gingerbread ten frame builder mats
• Number building practice for 1–20
• Ten frame visual supports for number representation
• Hands-on number sense reinforcement
• Print-and-go format for classroom or home
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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.
