Number Words to Numerals Worksheet

Kids often know a number when they hear it, then slow down when the same number shows up as a word. On this kindergarten math page, your child reads the number words six, nine, two, three, and eight and writes the matching numerals in large boxes.

This is a good fit when a child is ready to connect number names to written forms without picture choices. If reading the words feels new, sit beside them and read one word aloud, then ask, “Which numeral goes with that word?” Keep it short and pencil-friendly, since five- and six-year-olds can get tired of careful writing fast.

The practice works by making the child slow down and match three forms of the same idea: the spoken number name, the printed number word, and the written numeral. Writing each answer gives extra practice with numeral formation for 6, 9, 2, 3, and 8, while still keeping the task focused on a small selected set.

After the page, point to one answer at a time and let your child read the word and numeral back to you. If they are ready for a sequence challenge, try the Find the Missing Numbers Worksheet to practice nearby number order. For a later step with bigger numbers, the Tens and Ones Build Worksheet helps connect numerals to tens and ones.