Make counting fun this November with a free sensory bin math center where students pull number cards 1 to 20 and record their answers.
Turn your math block into a hands-on adventure with this free November sensory bin math center focused on numbers 1 to 20. Students will reach into the bin, pull a number card, identify it, and record the number — building number recognition, fine motor skills, and counting fluency all at once. Simply fill your sensory bin with engaging materials like fuzzy pom-poms, dried corn, rice, beans, kinetic sand, or shredded paper, then let the exploration and learning begin. This low-prep activity is perfect for small groups, centers, or independent practice and adds a tactile, engaging layer to number sense instruction.
Ideas for Use:
• Use in small groups for targeted number identification practice.
• Add to math centers for hands-on number sense work.
• Pair with manipulatives for extended counting practice.
• Send home for fun, sensory-based family math time.
• Rotate bin fillers weekly to keep the center fresh and engaging.
What’s Included:
• Printable number cards for numbers 1 to 20.
• Student recording sheet for number writing practice.
• Suggestions for sensory bin fillers and materials.
• Hands-on, fine motor-rich math activity.
• Teacher-friendly, print-and-go center setup.
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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.