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4^th of July Math Puzzles for Preschoolers

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Independence Day is fast approaching, and these 4th of July Math Puzzles will encourage your preschoolers to practice their counting, number recognition, and one-to-one correspondence because even when the children are going to be officially on summer vacation, it is important to keep them busy and to teach them about the significance of this important holiday.

If you have visited me before, you probably already know that I don’t miss an opportunity to bring “new” activities to my preschoolers.  I say “new” because these activities are really similar to others I’ve created, but by changing themes, your children will feel like they are brand new, which is important because it helps them not get bored and because they need tons of repetition.

With this in mind, I created this FREE 4th of July Math Puzzles printable, which includes 10 different puzzles with different numeral series, and you can download it at the end of the post.

You can use these 4th of July Math Puzzles in the Math or manipulatives centers, as a small-group activity, take-home game, or quiet-area option.

If your preschoolers are familiar with different number series, they can probably work independently. However, new students or children who have difficulty counting or recognizing numbers may need your guidance.

How to Prepare the 4^th of July Number Puzzles

To get these puzzles ready, you will need a printer, white cardstock, scissors, a laminator machine, and laminator pouches.

Print each page using white cardstock. Then cut out each strip and laminate it to protect it and make it last longer.  Place the puzzles separately in Ziploc bags or small baskets. At the end of July, store them in a box or binder for the following year so you have them ready for many 4ths of July in the future.

I recommend using these puzzles individually.  That way, you can monitor and take notes on what type of seriation each of your preschoolers knows, so you can build on that and support those who don’t recognize all of them.

Extension Activities:

You can use these Math puzzles for other uses to give your preschoolers options.  Some of the activities that I can think of are:

• Provide copies of the pages and have your preschoolers cut out the strips and glue them on a piece of construction or regular paper.
• Have the children trace or copy the numbers using pencils, crayons, or markers.
• Match each number with magnetic numbers or the same amount of small manipulatives such as buttons, mini erasers, mini pom-poms, tiny flags, etc.
• Draw the pictures.

4^th of July Story Books

Books are magical instruments for your children’s inspiration, imagination, and learning. They can help you deliver information and knowledge, and they are also great for introducing or supporting a theme and delivering the message you want.  Most importantly, reading books is a consistently enjoyable activity that every child loves.  So, take advantage of them. 

Here are some 4th of July book examples to help you get started.  You can find them at your local library, used bookstore, or on Amazon using my direct links to get them in seconds.

• The Night Before the Fourth of July by Natasha Wing captures all the fun, excitement, and pride of the best summer holiday, where, all across the United States, people are getting ready for hot dogs and fireworks. Decked in red, white, and blue, a family heads to a parade, hosts a backyard BBQ with friends and family, dodges an afternoon thunderstorm, and, of course, watches a fireworks show. 

• The Story of America’s Birthday by Patricia A. Pingry. This story pairs vibrant illustrations with the text to help create a connection between the Declaration of Independence, the American Revolution, and today’s Fourth of July festivities. This book introduces children to the history and meaning behind Independence Day.

• F is for Flag by Wendy Ceyette Lewison shows in simple terms how one flag can mean many things: a symbol of unity, a sign of welcome, and a reminder that in good times everyone in our country is part of one great big family.

• Curious George Parade Day: Here’s nothing like waiting for something special and magical to happen. Today George is waiting for a parade to start! But before it does, this little monkey manages to find—and make—plenty of mischief.

• It’s Not About You, Mrs. Firecracker: A Love Letter About the True Meaning of the Fourth of July by Soraya Diasse Collell. This wonderfully illustrated children’s book explains what brave Americans did to declare their freedom and equality, and identifies who guided them through it all.

• Daniel’s First Fireworks by Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood. This sweet storybook about a first experience is sure to be a hit with Daniel Tiger fans!

• Hello, Fourth of July by best-selling author-illustrator Martha Day Zschock. Parent and child eagles celebrate America’s birthday in this board book for children. The pair spend the day surrounded by red, white, and blue.

• America the Beautiful by Cholena Rose Dare is a gorgeous, non-fiction book that presents maps of official landmarks, national parks, state birds and flowers, and more. It also lets children learn about American artists, innovations, and foods that are part of American culture.  A great way to share facts about our country with our preschoolers.

To offer your preschoolers choices and variety, I suggest creating different centers using the FREE 4th of July activities I offer HERE.  If you don’t use many at a time, use one to three different ones each week.  That way you can keep your children motivated and engaged. 

Pin It For Later

If you are in a rush and don’t have time to read the post and download the printable but want to have it available, pin it to your Math or 4^th of July board on Pinterest for later.

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I hope you enjoy these activities and printables, and that July is memorable, fun, and educational for you and your kiddos.

Be happy, safe, and creative. I wish you well.

Love,

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