Counting Fingers 1–10 | Body Unit Activities for Kindergarten ELLs

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Students will review the words of body parts (“finger” / “hand”) while practicing numbers 1–10, reinforcing both math and language. Help your students learn numbers 1–10 while exploring body parts with this engaging, hands-on resource perfect for kindergarten and early elementary English language learners! This comprehensive Body Unit set includes flashcards, worksheets, games, and interactive activities that combine math, language, and body awareness.

Counting Fingers Flashcards

 Since children have their fingers with them, they can physically count along, which builds comprehension. They see the flashcard, move their fingers, and write the numeral and word, which strengthens memory through multiple channels.

 Placing stickers directly on each finger turns abstract numbers into something concrete that children can see and touch. It also strengthens one-to-one correspondence as each sticker represents one finger, helping students clearly connect the numeral to the exact quantity.

Students will physically stack cups as they say the number helping kinesthetic learners.  Strengthen number recognition by using the numeral small card, number word, and showing the number with their fingers ties together all three forms of number practice.

Having to swat the correct numeral and finger card builds speed in identifying numbers and quantities.

By matching the small cards, it supports ELL vocabulary growth. Seeing the hand image ties numbers directly to the body, reinforcing “finger(s)” vocabulary alongside numeracy.

Students see the correct spelling on the small card and practice copying it using fun foam letters, building confidence with English number words.

Students review both body parts (head, hand, arm, fingers, etc.) and numbers in the same worksheet. Tracing the labels gives practice with spelling and correct word placement.

Students who are not yet confident with spelling can still successfully match body part words to the correct place in this worksheet.

Using scissors and glue strengthens hand coordination, which supports both writing and self-care skills.

Learners can complete the activity on their own, giving teachers space to support others.

The file folder combines multiple skills. Students practice colors, numbers, and body vocabulary (hands, fingers) all at once. File folder games are perfect for literacy/math centers, letting students work at their own pace.

Students match each number word card to the hand showing the correct quantity of fingers. This hands-on file folder game helps young learners practice counting, number recognition, and number words from 1 to 10.

Students match each color word to the hand in the corresponding color. This hands-on file folder game helps children practice color recognition, reading color words, and identifying colors while reviewing numbers with their fingers.

Students practice counting and speaking, number words, numerals, and body parts while playing with the printable board game.

number recognition 1-10 puzzle

Students can complete puzzles alone or collaboratively.

 This resource is also included here: Body Unit for Kindergarten-Holistic English Series #11, prepare for your lesson plan to teach Kindergarten ELLs at this link: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Body-Unit-for-Kindergarten-Holistic-English-Series-11-6416731

Body unit craft activity English learners, blog post:   https://eflpreschoolteachers.blogspot.com/2021/01/body-unit-craft.html

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