Counting to 10

Kindergarten 5 questions

What counting to 10 means

You learn to count objects one by one and match them to the correct number from 1 to 10. This helps you answer simple number questions and build a strong base for later maths work.

What you will practise

Count pictures and real objects carefully from one to ten.
Choose the number that matches a small group of items.
Say the next number after a given number up to 10.
Recognise written numbers from 1 to 10 quickly.

Before you start

You should already know how to say numbers in order from 1 to 10. You should also be able to point to objects one at a time as you count them.

Worked example

One question from this skill's own question bank, shown with its full working.

Question

How many mangoes are shown: mango, mango, mango?

Answer: 3

Working: Count them one by one: 1, 2, 3.

Common mistakes to avoid

Counting the same object twice. Move your finger from one item to the next as you count.
Skipping a number in the counting order. Say each number clearly in the right order.
Mixing up the written numbers. Look at the shape of each numeral before choosing.
Guessing the answer without counting. Check the objects carefully before you respond.

Curriculum and exam alignment

Ghana GES Kindergarten syllabusSchool-based assessment

This topic normally comes in the early number work for Kindergarten in Ghana, where children build basic counting and number recognition. It also supports school-based continuous assessment and end-of-term tests through simple oral and written counting tasks.

Curriculum notes are a general guide to where this work normally sits. Always check the syllabus your school or examination body is currently using.