Free Printable Subitizing Clip Cards
There are so many different ways to teach your preschooler subitizing, just like these subitizing clip cards. This free printable is great for math centers at home or in the classroom.
Subitizing is the ability to identify the number of items in a small group just by looking at them. This is an essential math skill that kids learn in preschool. If you want to learn more, check out this article on what is subitizing?
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More Subitizing Activities to Try
If you’re looking for more subitizing activities, hen you’ll love these other free printable games and worksheets.
- Subitizing Pyramid Cup Game (Free Printable)
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- Free Subitizing Color by Number Pages
- Free Subitizing Dominoes
- Build a Bear Number Match Printable
Or take a look at all of our Subitizing Activities and Printables.
Materials Needed
- Printer and paper
- Laminating sheets and laminating machine
- Scissors
- Clothespegs
How to Make Subitizing Clip Cards
1. Download and Print the PDF file
You can find the link to the free printable below. Just head to the bottom of the post and click the large blue button to get your copy.
2. Cut Out the Cards
Use a pair of scissors to cut out each of the circular cards.
3. Laminate the Cards
This step is optional. Laminating the cards will help them to become more sturdy and durable.
If you are making this activity for your class, then I highly recommend doing this additional step.
4. Gather Your Clothespegs
Finally, all you need to do it gather your clothespins and start playing.
How to Play
1. Identify the Number in the Center
Look at the numeral in the middle of the card, that is the number you are focusing on matching.
2. Identify the Matching Representations
Look at each of the pictures around the edge of the card. Some of them will match the center numeral, some will not.
3. Clip a Cothepeg onto the Correct Pictures
Clip a clothespeg onto each picture that matches the center numeral.
4. Repeat
Continue until all of the matching pictures have been identified.
Are you going to try these subitizing clip cards with your kids? Don’t forget to pin the idea for later.
More Math Activities for Preschool
If you want more math printables, look at our Math Activity Pack for some more hands-on learning activities for young kids.
