This May end of year number sense freebie includes pirate themed math mats for numbers to 20. Students practice building, showing, and writing numbers using hands on number sense activities.
This May end of year number sense freebie includes pirate themed all in one math mats designed to build number sense to 20. Each mat gives students multiple ways to interact with a number in a clear, structured format.
Students locate the number, build it on a ten frame, show a matching set, and write the number. This repeated routine helps students strengthen number understanding while staying engaged with a hands on approach.
What’s Included:
• Pirate themed number sense mats
• Numbers to 20 practice
• Ten frame building sections
• Number identification and matching
• Set building and representation
• Writing number practice
Ideas for use:
• Math centers for end of year review
• Small group instruction for number sense support
• Independent practice with manipulatives
• Intervention groups needing structured number practice
• Early finisher or morning work activities
Skills covered include:
• Number recognition
• Counting and cardinality
• Numbers to 20
• Ten frame understanding
• Representing numbers in multiple ways
• Number writing
This freebie supports end of year math review by giving students repeated, structured practice with numbers. The pirate theme keeps engagement high while reinforcing essential number sense skills.
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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.