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Make Ten Objects Practice Activities
Printable Nursery, LKG and UKG addition worksheets where children count, draw, colour and complete object groups to make ten.
Practice that builds confidence
Building the idea of ten
These Make Ten Objects worksheets help Nursery, LKG and UKG children see ten as a full group, not just a number to recite. Children count pictured objects, add more to make 10, and connect early addition language such as “more”, “altogether” and “ten”.
The printable activities use simple object groups, ten-frames, dots, circles to draw or colour, and missing-addend style prompts like 6 and __ make 10. They are designed for hands-on practice before children move to written sums.
In this Addition subtopic, children learn that different groups can join to make the same total: 1 and 9, 2 and 8, 3 and 7, 4 and 6, and 5 and 5. At Nursery, LKG and UKG level, the focus is not fast calculation. The focus is careful counting, matching one object to one number word, and noticing how many more are needed to complete a group of ten.
What the worksheets practise
Activities may ask children to count objects already shown, draw the missing objects, colour extra objects, circle groups that make 10, or complete a ten-frame. These representations help children move from real objects to pictures and then to early number sentences. Vocabulary such as more, left, full, empty, altogether, add and make ten can be used while working.
A simple home routine
Give your child 10 buttons, beads, crayons or rajma beans. Place 7 on the table and ask, “How many more to make ten?” Let the child physically add the missing 3, then say the whole sentence: “7 and 3 make 10.” After one hands-on example, complete one worksheet row together. Keep the pencil work slow and neat so counting remains meaningful.
Classroom use for teachers
Teachers can use these printables after a concrete maths activity with counters. They work well for small-group practice, maths centres, morning revision, or quick observation of counting readiness. Ask children to explain how they know the missing number instead of only writing an answer. Pairing the sheet with a ten-frame on the board supports children who still need visual structure.
Common errors to watch for
Some children recount the starting group and the added group separately, then forget to check the total. Others draw too many objects because they continue counting past ten. Watch for skipped objects, double-counting, and reversed numerals when answers are written. A helpful child-friendly strategy is: “Count what you see, tap empty spaces, stop at ten.”
Free printable PDF download
Use this make ten objects worksheet page to preview the activity, print it, or download it as a PDF for quick practice. It works well for homework, homeschool lessons, tutoring, morning work, revision, and classroom centers.
Answers and answer key support
After the child completes the worksheet independently, parents and teachers can use the answer support or answer key information to check the work, review mistakes, and choose the next practice step.
Why iBloom worksheets help
The worksheets keep the task visually clear and age-appropriate for Nursery, LKG and UKG children. By using objects, drawing, colouring and ten-frame style layouts, they build number sense before formal addition sums. Repeated make-ten practice also prepares children for later mental maths, because ten becomes a friendly number they can see and build.
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
What does “make ten objects” mean for young children?
It means children look at a group of objects and find how many more are needed to make a total of 10. For example, if 6 balls are shown, the child adds or draws 4 more.
Are these worksheets suitable for Nursery children?
Yes, if the child can count objects with support. Nursery children may use the sheets orally or with counters, while LKG and UKG children can begin drawing and writing the missing number.
Should my child memorise all pairs that make 10?
Not at this stage. First, let the child build and see the combinations with objects. Memorising number pairs becomes easier after repeated hands-on and picture-based practice.
How can I help if my child keeps counting wrongly?
Ask the child to touch or point to each object once while counting. You can also cover completed objects with a finger or counter so the child does not count the same item twice.
Can these worksheets be used before writing addition sums?
Yes. They are a good bridge between counting real objects and writing number sentences, because children understand that adding more objects changes the total to ten.
Is this make ten objects worksheet free?
Yes. You can preview it for free and use the printable worksheet for home or classroom practice.
Can I download this make ten objects worksheet as a PDF?
Yes. Use the worksheet download option to save a printable PDF, or print the worksheet directly from the page.
Does this make ten objects worksheet include answers or an answer key?
When the activity has fixed answers, iBloom includes answer support so parents and teachers can check the completed worksheet.