Pumpkin Math Counting Game for Preschoolers

This Pumpkin Counting Game is a great way to work on counting from one through five while playing a fun game. We love sneaking in some fun number sense practice in October with pumpkin math. This pumpkin math activities for preschoolers is perfect for a pumpkin theme. Simply print the pumpkin printable and you are ready to try this pumpkin activity for preschoolers.

pumpkin math activities for preschoolers

Get ready for some fall fun with our Pumpkin Counting Game! This engaging activity is a fantastic way to help preschoolers practice counting from one to five while enjoying the festive atmosphere of October. With the leaves changing and pumpkins popping up everywhere, it’s the perfect time to sneak in some educational play.

This pumpkin math activity not only reinforces number sense but also sparks creativity and joy in learning. You simply print out our pumpkin printable, and you’re all set to delve into a colorful world of counting. Kids will love counting the little pumpkins and can even group them in fun ways, fostering both math skills and critical thinking.

Engaging in such activities brings a sense of excitement as little learners connect play with education during the Halloween season. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for parents and teachers to bond with children over a shared love of learning. Make this October special by incorporating this pumpkin-themed activity into your curriculum or family time!

We have lots more preschool math games and pumpkin activities to choose from! Plus don’t miss pasta preschool pumpkin craft, playdough spookley the square pumpkin activities, free pumpkin math worksheets, and letter find pumpkin worksheets for preschool.

pumpkin counting game

Start by scrolling to the bottom of the post, under the terms of use, and click on the text link that says >> ________<<. The pdf file will open in a new window for you to save freebie. This activity would be best if printed on cardstock. You will need to print the game board and the two pages of cards. The game board and the cards would benefit from being laminated as well.

preschool pumpkin math

• Print off and laminate board and cards.
• Place counter/game piece on the start square.
• Shuffle the cards and place them face down in a pile.
• Choose a person to go first.
• The first person chooses a card. They will then count the tally marks or the dots of cream on the pumpkin pie. Then they will read the card to know whether they are to move backwards or forwards.
• Then they move the correct number of spaces in the correct direction.

pumpkin math

Once a child has completed their turn, the next child will take their turn. This will go on until one child reaches the last pumpkin – the finish box. They will be the winner.

This fun and free printable game comes in color. For more cards, print the card pages two or three times.