Penguin Counting Worksheets for Preschoolers
Penguin counting worksheets for preschoolers are an easy way to practice early math skills during the winter months. If you are already working through these preschool counting worksheets, this pack fits right into your routine without adding extra prep.
Winter themes keep little learners interested while you focus on simple number practice. I love having seasonal printables ready when attention starts to drift this time of year.
These pages give you focused counting practice without complicated setup, extra materials, or long explanations.

Counting At a Glance
• Best for ages: 3–5
• Prep: Print and use
• Pages: 2 pages
Try this next: Penguin Count and Graph Worksheet
Penguin Counting Worksheets
This printable pack includes two counting pages featuring groups of penguins. Children count the penguins in each box and write the number in the blank square.
- 2 counting worksheets
- Focus on counting sets and writing numbers
- Can be reused in a sheet protector for dry-erase practice
How to Use These Printables
Here’s a simple way to use these pages at home.
- Place the worksheet on the table and make sure your child can clearly see each group of penguins.
- Point to the first box and say, “Let’s count them together,” touching each penguin as you count.
- Have your child write the correct number in the blank square for that box.
- Move through each box the same way, counting slowly and carefully.
- Review the page together by recounting a few groups to double-check the numbers.

Skills Your Preschooler is Practicing
These worksheets may look simple, but they build important early math foundations. Repetition with numbers helps preschoolers feel more confident and less hesitant.
- Counting practice
- Pencil control
- Visual scanning
- Hand-eye coordination
Learning Activities & Extensions
You can keep this simple or build on it depending on your day.
- Fine motor idea: Let your child use a different color crayon to circle each penguin as they count.
- Literacy idea: Read a short penguin-themed picture book and look for numbers on the pages.
- Math idea: After completing a box, ask, “What comes after this number?” and count one more together.
- Independent time idea: Set out one page for independent counting practice during quiet time.
- Simple extension idea: Use small toy animals to make your own counting groups on the table.

More Printables Like This
If your preschooler enjoys themed number practice, try one of these next. Keeping the format familiar makes it easier for kids to jump right in.
- Ice Cream Penguins Counting Worksheets
- Penguin Math Worksheet
- Winter Birdhouse Count and Color Activity
- Mitten Counting Worksheets for Preschool
- Counting Cut and Paste Worksheets
FAQs About These Worksheets
You can do just a few boxes at a time. There’s no need to finish the whole page in one sitting.
You can write the number lightly in pencil and let your child trace it, or have them say the number out loud instead.
Yes. Place them in a sheet protector and use dry-erase markers for repeated practice.

Get Your Free Printable
These pages are quick to set up and easy to use. Just print the pages, and you’re ready to go.
These penguin counting pages make number practice clear and manageable for preschool. With just two sheets, you can add focused math time without extra prep. I often pair them with the penguin count and graph worksheets for a little extra practice, the same week.

Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.


