Community Helpers Counting Dough Mats
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Community Helpers Counting Dough Mats" is written for Preschool to Kindergarten (Ages 4-6). It also works a grade below or above: younger children can use it with an adult reading it aloud, and older ones as a quick refresher.
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Community helpers counting dough mats for Pre-K and Kindergarten: 10 mats for the numbers 1 to 10, each with helpers to count and a ten frame to fill. Part of our cards and games community helpers collection.
How do I use this resource?
Laminate the mats or slip them into sheet protectors and set them out with modeling dough. Work through the numbers in order, one or two mats a day.
What students will practice
- Gives Pre-K students a community-helpers poster that introduces common jobs and the tools each one uses.
- Builds vocabulary around firefighters, doctors, teachers, mail carriers, and other familiar community roles.
- Works as a wall display or a discussion starter for a community or careers unit.
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FAQ
How do I use the Community Helpers Counting Dough Mats?
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Laminate the mats or slip them into sheet protectors and set them out with modeling dough. Work through the numbers in order, one or two mats a day.
What are the Community Helpers Counting Dough Mats?
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A cover and 10 dough mats, one for each number from 1 to 10. Each mat shows the numeral, the number word and that many helpers, from 1 firefighter and 2 nurses up to 9 teachers and 10 bakers, plus a ten frame. The directions read: "Roll dough to make the number. Count the helpers. Put one ball of dough in the ten frame for each helper."
Can I use the Community Helpers Counting Dough Mats at home and in the classroom?
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Yes. We made it for Preschool to Kindergarten community helpers, and it works the same at home or at school. Families print it for one child and keep it where they will use it every day. Teachers print a copy per student or one for the whole room, whichever the day needs.
How do I set up a community helpers dramatic play center?
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Pick one setting, such as the fire station, post office or doctor's office, print its signs, labels and cutouts, and add a few real props. The badges and the job application form let children choose a role and take turns.
Which resources have an answer key?
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The Community Helper Counting to 10 Clip Cards have an answer key. The rest are open activities, signs and crafts.
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Resource Details
| Grade | Preschool to Kindergarten |
| Subject | Resources |
| Topic | Community Helpers |
| Pages | 11 pages |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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