I’m really excited to share the first way to use our new apple-themed math printables pack. There are nearly endless ways to get value from this apple math printable. It’s one of our favorite apple STEM activities. Today’s apple math printable game shows how to use the printable pack for the youngest kids with kindergarten math activities.
Teachers, you can even use this apple math game in your math centers.
Follow the instructions to make your own version of the apple math counting game!
Math has never been quite so… appleish.
Apple Math Printable Number Matching Game with Clothespins
Combine technology with hands-on learning when you print out and use this apple number matching game with clothespins!
Make sure you grab the apple number printables before getting started on setting up the rest of the game.
Apple-Themed Teaching Resources
Apples and teaching go hand-in-hand!
Add these fun apple-themed teaching supplies to your classroom (or your house, if you just love apples that much!).
What You Need to Make the Apple Math Printable Matching Game
You’ll need just a few things for this apple math printable number matching game!
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- Apple math printable
- Clothespins (we used these)
- Scrap paper
- Pencil
- Scotch tape
- Printer (I love my Canon printer) and laminator
- Cardstock paper
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Add these math challenges to your list of STEM activities for fall.
Apple-Themed Decorations
Here are some fun apple-themed decorations you can use to decorate your classroom or home when playing apple games or just for some fall flair!
Apple Number Matching Game Setup
Pick up a set of the apple number templates here.
Print the apple sheets for the numbers you will be using onto cardstock paper.
I typically use 0-20 for Kindergarten. Cut out the apple pieces and laminate them (this is optional, but highly recommended).
Cut your scrap paper into squares small enough to fit on the clothespins.
Write a number onto each of the squares so you have the same numbers on the paper as on the apples.
Tape the scraps of paper to the clothespins, one number per pin.
Prep is done!
Apple Books for Kids
Here are some colorful books children will enjoy reading to learn more about apples!
Let’s Go to the Apple Orchard Book
Apple Jokes that Will Tickle Your Funny Bone
While doing the apple math counting game, here are some jokes you can share with your kids!
- Why did the apple stop running? It ran out of juice!
- Why was the apple so unhappy? Because it couldn’t find its core purpose!
- What do you call an apple that’s a troublemaker? A crab apple!
- Why did the apple go to the doctor? It felt rotten!
- How do you make an apple turnover? Push it down a hill!
More Apple Activities for Kids
- Apple Stacking Engineering Challenge
- Apple Tower STEM Challenge
- Apple Lesson Plan Bundle
- Apple Math Worksheets
Apple-Themed Shirts and Accessories
If you love to celebrate a theme as much as I do, you’ll love these apple-themed shirts and accessories!
Mini Apple Customizable Teacher Shirt
Barbie Style Apple Teacher Shirt
Customizable Apple Teacher Tumbler
Apple Word Cloud Tote for Teachers
More Fun with Apple Math Printables
You can also try these fun activities with your apple math printable cards.
Apple Balance Game
Players place a laminated apple card on their head and race to the finish line without letting it fall.
Musical Apples
Lay the apple printables on the ground as markers. When music plays, players walk or dance around. When the music stops, each player must stand next to an apple. After each round, remove an apple.
Apple Spoon Race
Players place one of the laminated apples on a spoon and race to the finish line without dropping it.
Apple Art Activity
Arrange the apple printables in sequence and glue them in order onto a piece of paper.
Directions for Playing the Apple Counting Game
Here is how to play the apple math printable game!
Don’t forget to grab the apple printable so you can make the game!
How to Play the Apple Math Game
Enjoy a playful apple matching activity with clothespins! The cute printable with apple-themed math elements ensures that this counting game becomes both simple to create and delightful to engage in!
Materials
- Cardstock paper
- Laminating sheets
- Painted clothespins
- Glue
- Pen
Tools
- Printer
- Laminator
- Scissors
Instructions
- Give a set of apples and clothespins to each child.
Have the child put the appropriate clothespin onto the appropriate apple to match the numbers.
Children can also practice opening and closing the clothespins to improve their fine motor skills.
Playing with clothespins is a great way to develop pre-writing skills!
Notes
Apple Matching Game Variations
Print the higher numbers, or the full set.
On each piece of paper, rather than writing a number, write a math problem (like 7x2).
The child will then clip the clothespin problem to the apple showing the correct answer.
Add the number of clothespins around the apple equal to the number written on the apple itself.
For example, if the apple says 7, then the kids would put 7 clothespins around that apple.
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