Flip Make Jump Write: 1–10 is a fun, hands-on resource designed to build strong number foundations through active engagement and playful exploration. Perfect for Foundation and Early Years classrooms, this activity encourages students to recognise numerals, count and combine collections, and represent numbers in different ways. With opportunities to flip, build, jump and write, students stay involved and motivated while developing essential early maths skills.

Students begin by flipping over a card with an addition sum. They use teddy bear counters or other manipulatives to create the total on a ten frame, then jump along a number line to model the addition. Finally, they record the completed number sentence. This tactile, multi-step process supports different learning styles and allows students to make meaningful connections between counting, combining, and written representations.

With six differentiated game boards and a full set of addition cards to 10, this resource offers both variety and consistency for independent or partner work. Available in high- and low-colour options for easy printing, it can be used again and again in your numeracy rotations or table activities. Whether used for reinforcement, intervention or extension, this game supports key numeracy outcomes in a fun and flexible format.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Count and combine collections to 10
• ✅ Recognise and represent numerals from 1 to 10
• ✅ Model addition problems using concrete materials
• ✅ Record number sentences using numerals and symbols
• ✅ Strengthen part-part-whole understanding and number fluency

What’s Included:

• 6 game boards with sections for numeral cards, ten frames, and number line jumps
• Addition sum cards to 10 for student use
• High- and low-colour printing options
• Detailed instructions for easy setup and flexible classroom use

Materials Needed:

• Printed game boards and addition cards
• Teddy bear counters, unifix cubes, or similar manipulatives
• Dry-erase markers and wipe sleeves (optional for reuse)
• Storage bags or folders to keep sets organised

How to Use:

1. Students flip an addition card and read the sum aloud.
2. They use counters to model the problem on the ten frame.
3. They jump along a number line to find the total and make the connection to physical movement.
4. Finally, students write the complete number sentence to reinforce the written form.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use in numeracy rotations for partner or independent practise
• 💡 Set up as a maths station with laminated boards and card packs
• 💡 Pair with number talks or story problems for integrated lessons
• 💡 Scaffold for support learners using visual and tactile cues
• 💡 Encourage fast finishers to invent their own addition sums to challenge a peer

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Store each board and set of cards in a labelled zip-lock bag for quick access
• 💛 Print game boards on coloured cardstock to sort by level or group
• 💛 Provide a checklist or visual steps for students to follow independently
• 💛 Use real-life counters (animals, food, toys) to increase engagement for younger learners

Flip Make Jump Write: 1–10 is the perfect combination of movement, modelling, and maths thinking. This early years favourite supports foundational number skills through active learning, visual representation, and repeated practise.

To differentiate for the needs of your students, use alongside Flip Make Build: 1 to 10.