Counting Fingers 1–10 | Body Unit Activities for Kindergarten ELLs

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Students will review the words of body parts (“finger” / “hand”) while practicing numbers 1–10, reinforcing both math and language. Help your students learn numbers 1–10 while exploring body parts with this engaging, hands-on resource perfect for kindergarten and early elementary English language learners! This comprehensive Body Unit set includes flashcards, worksheets, games, and interactive activities that combine math, language, and body awareness.

 Since children have their fingers with them, they can physically count along, which builds comprehension. They see the flashcard, move their fingers, and write the numeral and word, which strengthens memory through multiple channels.

 Placing stickers directly on each finger turns abstract numbers into something concrete that children can see and touch. It also strengthens one-to-one correspondence as each sticker represents one finger, helping students clearly connect the numeral to the exact quantity.

Students will physically stack cups as they say the number helping kinesthetic learners.  Strengthen number recognition by using the numeral small card, number word, and showing the number with their fingers ties together all three forms of number practice.

Having to swat the correct numeral and finger card builds speed in identifying numbers and quantities.

By matching the small cards, it supports ELL vocabulary growth. Seeing the hand image ties numbers directly to the body, reinforcing “finger(s)” vocabulary alongside numeracy.

Students see the correct spelling on the small card and practice copying it using fun foam letters, building confidence with English number words.

Students review both body parts (head, hand, arm, fingers, etc.) and numbers in the same worksheet. Tracing the labels gives practice with spelling and correct word placement.

Students who are not yet confident with spelling can still successfully match body part words to the correct place in this worksheet.

Using scissors and glue strengthens hand coordination, which supports both writing and self-care skills.

Learners can complete the activity on their own, giving teachers space to support others.

The file folder combines multiple skills. Students practice colors, numbers, and body vocabulary (hands, fingers) all at once. File folder games are perfect for literacy/math centers, letting students work at their own pace.

Students practice counting and speaking, number words, numerals, and body parts while playing with the printable board game.

Students can complete puzzles alone or collaboratively.

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Counting 1 to 10 Halloween Bats on a TREE

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The combination of Halloween Bats and Trees allows students to practice numbers and simple sentences while connecting new words to concepts they already know.

The flashcards help kindergarten ELLs connect numerals, number words, and quantities in a visual and engaging way.

Order the Trees Flashcards. Mix up the cards and have students put them in the correct order from 1 to 10.

Ask & Answer – Teacher: “How many bats are on the tree?” Student: “There are five bats.”

Use the flashcards as a guide and have students build the number words with foam letters. Alongside, they can also create the matching numeral with foam numbers. This hands-on activity helps reinforce spelling, connects the written numeral with the number word.

Show a flashcard as a reference and have students write the matching numeral and number word on the whiteboard or blackboard. This activity encourages active recall, reinforces correct spelling.

Small cards allow children to handle and manipulate them individually or in pairs, making learning more active.

They can be used for games such as bowling. Paste the small cards onto small plastic cups to create bowling pins. Students roll a soft ball to knock down the “pins,” then read aloud the numeral and number word on the cups they’ve knocked over. This activity combines movement with learning and number recognition.

Number Line – Mix the small cards; students arrange them from 1 to 10. Students create a number line by clipping them onto a string with clothespins. Once complete, the number line can be hung in the classroom as both decoration and a learning tool. This display not only brightens up the room with a seasonal touch but also serves as a handy reference for students to check numbers and number words throughout the unit.

Make the crowns and then make sentence patterns: There are two bats on the purple tree. Students will line up in front of the board and the rest of class will point and make sentences.

Place numbers on one side of the table and bat trees on the other; students match them correctly.

 

The feed me box is easy to assemble and play games.

Worksheets let children practice counting, number recognition, and writing in a quiet, focused way after playing games with flashcards.

Trace the Numbers – Trace numerals 1–10 and number words (one, two, three...). Cut out the trees with the bats and glue them under the correct number word.

Each bat on the tree has a numeral; students color it according to a code (e.g., 1 is brown).

This resource includes two dice templates that you can easily assemble and use in many activities. The dice add an element of fun.  Ideas for Use:

Roll and Say: Students roll a die and say the number or number word out loud.

Roll and Write: Roll the dice and write the numeral or number word .

Roll and Jump (TPR): After rolling, students do that number of jumps, claps, or other actions for a kinesthetic practice.

 

Teachers can laminate the mats and use them year after year with dry-erase markers or counters. There are three mats (numerals, number words, and bat trees).

Students pick one card, for example, the numeral 5. They then find the number word “five” and the tree with 5 bats and place together.

Students point to a number on the mats and say it:It's number four!

Use all the cards in the mat and make a matching game on the pocket chart if you have one or on a table.

The three mats come in a black and white version for other activities, such as using the dice the students color the quantity, number or numeral on the dice.

Another mat for writing the numeral and number word.

There are letter tiles for making numbers words or any other vocabulary that you are working on.

I love to include board games for those 5 minutes before the class ends!

Mini Booklet – Each page shows a tree with bats. Students color the number: “This tree has 4 bats.” Each page combines the numeral, word, and visual. Students count the bats on the tree, color them, then say the sentence: “There are three bats.” Then, take turns “reading” their booklet to the teacher or a partner.

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Halloween Cupcakes

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This resource blends seasonal excitement with language learning. Seasonal images like cupcakes, skulls, and other Halloween items give children context-rich visuals that make new words easier to remember.

Activities like hopping on the flash card transform vocabulary review into a movement-based game.

Physical involvement such as or swatting the word on the flashcard keeps young learners engaged and increases focus, especially for students with shorter attention spans.

Matching the small cards cupcakes, to the Halloween items will sharpen observation and attention to detail in English learning.

Handling and arranging the tiles boost letter knowledge. Children figure out the letter order themselves, which builds confidence and self-correction habits.

Reveal-and-write game, which adds surprise and keeps students curious. Staple a colored paper on top of each card. Students lift the flap and read the revealed word and then writing it, reinforcing both skills.

This worksheet combines vocabulary, colors, and early writing skills in a single activity. Students connect the written color word (“orange”) to the actual color by coloring the item correctly.

Ask questions: What color the ghost?

Students: white!

Candy Corn Numbers Worksheets
On the first worksheet, there are jars filled with different quantities of candy corn (from 1 to 10). On the second worksheet, there are numerals and number words. The teacher gives listening instructions such as “Color the jar with three candy corns blue”. Students listen, color the correct jar, then cut and paste the matching numeral or word.

These worksheets combine listening comprehension with color recognition. The teacher calls out simple sentences such as “Color the witch hat black!” Students listen and color it according to the instruction. This develops listening skills. The activity is ideal for whole-class listening practice.

Pocket Chart Word–Picture Match
Students use the pocket chart to match each Halloween word card to the correct picture card on the chart. This activity helps learners connect written words with visual meaning, improving vocabulary recognition, reading skills, and word–image association in a fun, interactive way.

 

Halloween Board Game Activity for
reviewing vocabulary. Students take turns rolling a die and moving their game marker along the path. Each square features a different Halloween image. When students land on a space, they must say the vocabulary word or use it in a sentence. The first player to reach the “Finish” wins! This game can be played in pairs.

Candy Corn Numbers Matching Mats
This set includes three colorful matching mats: Candy Corn Jar Mat, Numeral Mat and the Number Word Mat – displays the words one to ten.

Students match the jars to the corresponding numerals and number words, reinforcing quantity recognition, numeral reading, and number word spelling

Feed Me Box Game
The “Feed Me Box” is decorated with the Mummy character that has a large open mouth. The teacher can call out instructions such as “Feed me the Mummy with number ten”. Students listen, find the correct card, and feed it to the box. It’s perfect for small group work.

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