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Between Practice Activities
Printable Nursery, LKG and UKG counting worksheets that help children find the number or object that comes between two given numbers or positions.
Practice that builds confidence
Understanding “between”
These Between practice activities help Nursery, LKG and UKG children understand what comes in the middle while counting. Children practise spotting the number between two given numbers, such as 2, 3, 4, and begin to connect “between” with order and sequence.
The printable worksheets include simple counting tasks, missing-number patterns, picture-based questions and number-order practice. They are designed for early maths learners who are building confidence with before, after and between.
“Between” means the item or number that is in the middle of two others. In early counting, this may look like 1, __, 3 or a picture where one object is placed between two objects. Children learn that the answer is not guessed randomly; it is found by saying the counting order slowly and listening for the number in the middle.
How the skill develops
For Nursery children, the focus is often positional language: a ball between two boxes, or a child standing between two friends. LKG learners begin to connect that idea to counting order. UKG children can handle more number-based questions, including missing numbers in a short sequence. The worksheets move from visual support to number-only practice so children gradually rely on the counting sequence.
A simple parent routine
At home, start with three real objects. Place a spoon between two cups and ask, “What is between?” Then say three counting numbers aloud: “4, 5, 6. Which number is between?” Let the child point, say and write the answer. If they are unsure, ask them to count from the first number to the last instead of telling the answer immediately.
Classroom uses
Teachers can use these pages for morning maths practice, small-group support or revision after teaching before and after numbers. They also work well in maths centres: one group can use counters or number cards while another completes the printable page. Children can explain answers orally, which strengthens vocabulary such as middle, in between, before, after and next.
Common errors to watch for
Some children write the number after the second number, for example answering 5 for 2, __, 4. Others copy one of the side numbers instead of finding the middle number. A helpful strategy is: “Touch the first number, count one step, stop before the last number.” This keeps the child focused on the space between.
Free printable PDF download
Use this between worksheets for Nursery LKG UKG 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
iBloom Between worksheets give young learners repeated, clear practice without making the page crowded. The activities combine pictures, number sequences and writing spaces so children can see, say and record the idea. This balanced approach helps them move from concrete objects to confident early counting.
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
What does “between” mean in early maths?
In early maths, “between” means the number or object that comes in the middle of two others. For example, in 3, 4, 5, the number 4 is between 3 and 5.
Are these worksheets suitable for Nursery children?
Yes. Nursery children can begin with picture-based between activities and simple positional language before moving to number sequences.
How is between different from before and after?
Before tells what comes earlier, after tells what comes later, and between tells what comes in the middle of two given numbers or objects.
How can I help my child who keeps guessing the middle number?
Ask your child to count aloud from the first number to the last number. Then help them notice the number they said in the middle instead of guessing.
Can teachers use these pages for class revision?
Yes. The worksheets are useful for revision after teaching counting order, before numbers and after numbers, especially in small groups or maths centres.
Is this between worksheets for Nursery LKG UKG free?
Yes. You can preview it for free and use the printable worksheet for home or classroom practice.
Can I download this between worksheets for Nursery LKG UKG as a PDF?
Yes. Use the worksheet download option to save a printable PDF, or print the worksheet directly from the page.
Does this between worksheets for Nursery LKG UKG 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.