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FREE Shark 10 Frame Scavenger Hunt | Count the Starfish 0–10 Math Activity
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FREE Shark Ten Frame Scavenger Hunt | Count the Starfish 0–10
Make counting hands-on, active, and FUN with this FREE shark-themed scavenger hunt! Children search for shark cards, count the starfish on each ten frame, and record the matching numbers.
Perfect for Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and early 1st Grade, this low-prep activity helps little learners build number sense while moving, exploring, and playing!
What's Included:
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11 shark ten-frame task cards (numbers 0–10)
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Color and black-and-white versions
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Trace numbers 0–5 recording sheet
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Trace numbers 0–10 recording sheet
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Write numbers 0–10 recording sheet
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Answer key for easy checking
Why Teachers Love It:
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FREE and easy to prepare—just print, cut, and play!
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Builds number recognition and one-to-one correspondence
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Encourages movement and hands-on learning
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Differentiated recording sheets for different skill levels
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Perfect for math centers, small groups, and independent practice
How to Play:
Hide the shark cards around the classroom or learning space. Children find each card, count the starfish on the ten frame, and trace or write the matching number on their recording sheet.
No Room to Roam? No Problem!
Place the cards in a sensory bin, tub, or tray for a fun, contained counting activity. You can even use the cards for a simple tabletop math center!
Skills Practiced:
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Counting numbers 0–10
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Number recognition
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One-to-one correspondence
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Ten-frame number sense
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Fine motor skills through tracing and writing
Perfect For:
Ocean and shark themes, summer learning, Shark Week, math centers, small groups, morning work, and number review throughout the year.
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✓ FREE, low-prep counting activity for numbers 0–10
✓ Gets children moving while practicing early math skills
✓ Builds number recognition and one-to-one correspondence
✓ Three differentiated recording sheets for different skill levels
✓ Color and black-and-white task cards for flexible printing
✓ Perfect for math centers, small groups, or sensory bins
✓ 11 shark ten-frame task cards featuring numbers 0–10
✓ Color and black-and-white task card versions
✓ Trace numbers 0–5 recording sheet
✓ Trace numbers 0–10 recording sheet
✓ Write numbers 0–10 recording sheet
✓ Answer key for easy checking
Young children build number sense through hands-on learning and movement. This shark-themed scavenger hunt encourages children to count starfish on ten frames, recognize numbers 0–10, and practice one-to-one correspondence. Differentiated recording sheets provide opportunities for tracing and writing numbers while building fine motor skills and confidence with early math.
What ages or grade levels is this activity best for?
This activity is designed for Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and early 1st Grade students who are learning or reviewing numbers 0–10.
Do I need to use this as a scavenger hunt?
Not at all! You can hide the cards around the room or place them in a sensory bin, tub, or tray. They also work well for small groups, math centers, and independent practice.
Are there different levels of recording sheets?
Yes! Three recording sheets are included: trace numbers 0–5, trace numbers 0–10, and write numbers 0–10. Choose the version that best matches each child's skill level.
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Hi, I'm Sandy, the creator of Hugs & Giggles Early Learners! I'm a former preschool and elementary teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience, and I believe some of the best learning happens when children are having fun.
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