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Tens and ones → Identify one ten and leftover ones → Shows how 11, 18, and 10 are built.

Place value models → Count tens and ones separately → Connects visual groups to the written numbers 11, 18, and 10.

Writing fields → Record tens and ones for each number → Practices organizing number parts in the correct spaces.

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Tens and Ones Build Worksheet

Tens and Ones Build Worksheet

Kindergarten Math
English Counting & Number Sense Kindergarten Readiness 6 years old

Kids often count well by ones, then stall when numbers like 11 and 18 ask them to think in groups. This printable focuses on tens and ones with three numbers: 11, 18, and 10. Each problem gives a clear learning model and writing fields so your child can connect the number to one ten and the remaining ones.

This page is a good fit when counting to 20 is familiar, but place value is still new. Sit together and say, “Let’s find the ten first.” Then count the ones on the model and write the parts in the fields. For 10, notice that there is one ten and zero ones, which is a small but important idea for early number sense.

The practice works because it slows the number down. Instead of seeing 18 as a single symbol to memorize, your child can read it as 1 ten and 8 ones. If more counting practice would help before place value, try the Animal Count and Circle Worksheet first because it keeps the focus on matching counted groups to numbers.

Keep the pace light. If your child guesses, point back to the model and ask, “How many tens? How many ones?” After this page, a useful next step is reading numbers in order and noticing what is missing, so the Find the Missing Numbers Worksheet can help connect place value practice with number sequence practice.

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Frequently asked questions

What does this worksheet ask my child to do?

It asks your child to use the model for each number, count the ten and ones, and fill in the writing fields.

Is this worksheet right for a 6-year-old in kindergarten?

It fits a child who can count to at least 10 and is beginning to understand numbers from 10 to 20.

How should I help if my child mixes up tens and ones?

Point to the ten first, count it as one group, then count the single ones slowly before writing the answers.

Why does the page include 10 with zero ones?

The number 10 helps show that a number can have one ten and no extra ones.

Can this page be reused for extra practice?

Yes, you can place it in a dry-erase sleeve or have your child explain the answers aloud on a second pass.

Should my child finish the page independently?

Shared practice is fine, especially if place value is new or the models need a little talking through.

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