Learning numbers from 16 to 20 becomes more engaging with cute animals! This free animal counting worksheet helps preschool and kindergarten children practice counting quantities from 16 to 20 through a simple count-and-circle activity.
Children count each group of animals and then circle the correct number from the three choices. This printable math activity is designed for children ages 4–5 who are developing counting, number recognition, and early math skills.
🦁 What Does This Worksheet Teach?
This printable helps children practice:
- Counting objects from 16 to 20
- Recognizing numbers 16–20
- Matching quantities with numerals
- Counting objects accurately
- Number recognition
- Visual attention and observation
- Early math and number sense
- Following simple instructions
✏️ How to Use This Worksheet
Ask your child to point to each animal and count them one by one.
After counting the animals in each group, look at the three numbers shown beside the animals. Ask your child to circle the number that matches the total quantity.
For example, if there are 20 lions, encourage your child to count carefully and then circle 20.
You can also ask children to count aloud while pointing to each animal:
“16, 17, 18, 19, 20!”
This helps reinforce both counting order and number recognition.
🐒 What's Included?
This animal counting worksheet includes five fun counting activities featuring:
- 🦁 Lions — Count to 20
- 🐒 Monkeys — Count to 18
- 🦋 Butterflies — Count to 17
- 🐱 Cats — Count to 16
- 🐶 Dogs — Count to 19
Children choose the correct number from three options for each group.
🎯 Recommended Age
Age: 4–5 years
Level: Preschool / Kindergarten
Subject: Early Math
Skill: Counting and number recognition
Number Range: 16–20
Activity: Count and circle the correct number
Children develop at different rates, so this worksheet can also be used with younger or older children who need additional practice counting numbers from 16 to 20.
🖨️ Free Printable Animal Counting Worksheet
Download and print this free animal counting worksheet for an easy math activity at home, preschool, daycare, or homeschool.
Count the animals. Circle the correct number.
You can print the worksheet and let children complete it independently, or work through each group together for extra counting practice.
For more early math activities, explore our collection of free preschool math worksheets and counting activities.
Happy counting! 🐾
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