Learning to write numbers with accuracy and confidence is a key foundation for early numeracy. The Number Formation Booklet 11–20 is designed to support students as they extend their number writing skills beyond the first ten numerals.

Each page in this booklet provides structured, guided practice for writing the numbers 11 through 20. With clear directional arrows and starting point cues, students are encouraged to form each number correctly. In addition to number formation, learners are invited to deepen their understanding of number value by representing each number using ten frames.

This printable resource is ideal for reinforcing correct handwriting habits, supporting number representation, and building number sense for students in the early years. Whether introduced as part of whole-class instruction, independent desk work, or a small-group rotation, the Number Formation Booklet 11–20 offers a flexible and engaging format that students can revisit again and again.

Key Learning Outcomes

• ✅ Practise correct number formation for the numbers 11–20
• ✅ Recognise and identify numerals 11–20
• ✅ Understand and represent number values using ten frames
• ✅ Build fine motor skills and handwriting fluency

What’s Included

• Number formation booklet (pages for numbers 11–20)

Materials Needed

• Printed copies of the booklet
• Pencils or fine-tip markers
• Crayons (optional for decorating or tracing)

How to Use

1. Print the Number Formation Booklet 11–20 single-sided and collate the pages to create individual student booklets.
2. Introduce the correct formation for each number by modelling it with directional language and skywriting.
3. Guide students through tracing the numbers on each page, highlighting the correct starting point and direction of movement.
4. Allow students to complete the ten frames on each page to represent the number using dots, connecting number writing with quantity recognition.
5. Encourage students to colour or personalise their pages as an optional extension.

Ideas for Classroom Use

• 💡 Use during morning work or independent rotation time for number formation practice
• 💡 Send home as a family engagement tool to reinforce number formation
• 💡 Laminate pages for dry-erase reuse in a maths centre
• 💡 Include in a numeracy toolkit or fine motor development station

Top Teacher Tips

• 💛 Use a visualiser or whiteboard to demonstrate formation before students begin each page
• 💛 Pair with the Number Formation Booklet 0–10 to consolidate the full range of numbers to 20
• 💛 Print on thick paper and staple into mini booklets for long-term use and reference

The Number Formation Booklet 11–20 offers a hands-on, engaging way for young learners to practise number writing while building foundational skills in quantity and representation.

Available in Australian state fonts.