Skip Counting Games Students Will Love to Play

Hey teachers! Making math fun for students can be a game-changer, literally. In this blog post, we’re diving into the world of skip counting games. These games aren’t just about learning times tables; they also help kids get comfy with numbers. Get ready to discover some cool and easy skip counting games that will bring a smile to your students’ faces while they learn.

Hopscotch Counting

Create a hopscotch board with numbers written in each square. Have the child skip count as they hop through the board.

You can create one giant hopscotch for counting by 5s, one for counting by 2s, and so on!

Number Line Jump

Use a large number line on the floor and have the child jump to every second, third, or fourth number, depending on the skip counting pattern.

Fun idea: You can also give students little figurines and have them jump across the number lines on their desk.

Skip Counting Games The Whole Class Will Love: Knockout

2 teams face off to be the first player to answer the math face on their side correctly! Slides contain surprises like Knockout, Free Pass, and Pick a Pal, making this one exciting game that students will beg to play!

All skip-counting skills are included in the pack here.

Skip Counting Games for Music Class: Musical Chairs Counting

Place chairs in a circle with numbers attached. Play music while children walk around the chairs.

When the music stops, call out “count by ___” and they must skip count to determine which chair to sit in.

Skip Counting Games That Feel Like the Carnival: Bean Bag Toss

Label buckets or hoops with numbers in a skip-counting pattern. Have the child toss bean bags into the correct buckets while skip counting.

You can create multiple sets of buckets to focus on different skip-counting patterns (2s, 5s, etc.)

Skip Counting Games That Will Feel Like a Party: Counting by Twos Balloon Pop

Write numbers on balloons in a sequence of twos. Have the child pop the balloons in order while skip counting by twos.

If you can’t pop balloons (I personally loathe the sound), then ask students to race to find the balloon that is next in the counting sequence).

Skip Counting Scavenger Hunt

Hide objects around the room with numbers written on them. The child must find the objects and skip count to determine the order.

Alternatively, hang a list at the front of the room with each object pictured along with its number. Students can find the items in that order and record on their sheets.

Partner Skip-Counting Games: Counting by Fives Tic-Tac-Toe

Create a tic-tac-toe grid with numbers in a skip-counting pattern of fives. Players must correctly skip count to earn their spot on the board.

Tip: Keep a pile of nickels to incorporate other skills and also give students an item to manipulate.

Another Whole-Class Game

Skip Counting Bingo: Create Bingo cards with numbers in a skip counting pattern. Call out numbers, and players mark the corresponding numbers on their cards.

So, there you have it, teacher pals! Skip counting games aren’t just any games – they’re secret weapons for making math awesome. As we wrap up, remember: learning math doesn’t have to be a snooze-fest. By adding these skip counting games to your toolbox, you’re not just teaching multiplication; you’re turning math into a fun adventure. Keep making learning fun and watch those math worries fade away!

Here are more resources, tools, and tips for teaching skip-counting:

Counting Games for K-2 Students

Math Journal Prompts for 1st Graders (Skip Counting Included)

Skip-Counting Song Playlist

This site contains affiliate links. This simply means if you buy something using our link, we will receive a very small portion of the sales. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. It is our promise to you that we only recommend products or services we believe will add value to our readers. By using the affiliate links, you are helping support our Website, and we genuinely appreciate your support.

Tell your friends!