Count to 10 Matching Task Cards

Help children practise counting to 10 with this hands-on matching activity where pupils count animals or fruit and match them to the correct number.

This engaging counting resource supports early number recognition and one-to-one correspondence through simple visual matching tasks. Children count the objects shown on each card and choose the matching numeral card.

Featuring familiar animals and fruit, this activity is ideal for building confidence with early maths skills in a fun and accessible way.

These cards work well for:

• TEACCH tasks
• Continuous provision
• Independent maths practice
• Early finishers
• Intervention groups
• SEND support

The activity encourages children to work independently while reinforcing early subtraction skills and number recognition.

What is included?

• Six Counting cards with animals and fruit (up to 10)
• Matching numeral cards
• Clear and simple layout with instructions for independent use

Recommended use
For best results, print, laminate and attach Velcro dots so children can repeatedly complete the activity independently.

This resource is ideal for creating a reusable maths station or independent workstation activity that supports fluency, confidence and mathematical discussion.