Counting and number puzzles
Strategy card
Counting helps you see what changed.
- Step 1: Touch each dot and count.
- Step 2: Count the next group.
- Step 3: Did it get more or less? How many more?
- Step 4: Pick the group that changes the same way.
Tip: Touch each thing once as you count so you don't miss one.
Worked example
2 dots turn into 3. What does 1 dot turn into?
- A: 4
- B: 2 (the answer)
- C: 3
Why: The first group gets 1 more: 2 → 3. Do the same: 1 → 2.
Your turn
Your turn 1 of 2
Put the two groups together. How many dots in all?
2 and 1 together
Your turn 2 of 2
The dots get fewer. How many dots come next?
Keep practicing
Grown-ups: Count stairs, grapes or cars together. Parent guide
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