Make number pattern practise more hands-on and collaborative with the Skip Counting Cards. This resource is a great way to help students recognise and extend skip counting sequences in an active and engaging way, perfect for whole-class games, small group work, or independent sorting tasks.

Students are given a set of number cards and work together to sort them into the correct skip counting sequences. This encourages not only skip counting fluency but also discussion, reasoning, and pattern recognition as they identify which numbers belong to which group. Patterns covered include skip counting by 2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, and 10s.

These cards are flexible and can be used in a variety of ways - from whole-class interactive whiteboard games, to small group sorting challenges, or as a fast finisher task in numeracy rotations. Laminate the cards for durability and reuse, or add them to your maths tub for regular pattern practice throughout the term.

Key Learning Outcomes

• ✅ Recognise and sort numbers that follow common skip counting patterns
• ✅ Develop fluency in counting by 2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, and 10s
• ✅ Strengthen understanding of number sequences and relationships
• ✅ Build collaborative skills through group sorting and discussion

What’s Included

• Number cards for skip counting by:
  • - 2s
  • - 3s
  • - 4s
  • - 5s
  • - 10s
• Optional labels to organise skip counting groups
• Instructions for whole-class and small group play

Materials Needed

• Printed number cards
• Envelopes or containers to store each pattern set
• Laminator for reusable cards
• Whiteboard or chart paper for class demonstrations

How to Use

1. Print and cut out the number cards for each pattern
2. Distribute cards among students or small groups
3. Challenge students to sort the numbers into the correct skip counting group
4. Ask students to explain their reasoning or extend the pattern further
5. Use the cards for quick assessment, warm-ups, or revision sessions

Ideas for Classroom Use

• 💡 Use in a skip counting scavenger hunt where students find and match numbers around the room
• 💡 Set up as a maths centre where students race to sort as quickly and accurately as they can
• 💡 Project sample cards and discuss patterns as a whole class during maths warm-ups
• 💡 Create a class display with each pattern group to revisit throughout the term

Top Teacher Tips

• 💛 Colour-code cards for each skip counting pattern to support visual learners
• 💛 Store in ziplock bags or labelled tubs for easy rotation and set-up
• 💛 Encourage students to generate their own numbers to add to each pattern

The Skip Counting Cards are a versatile and effective resource for reinforcing number patterns in a variety of settings. A great way to promote number fluency while encouraging group interaction and problem-solving.