Back to School Activity 1st Grade Math Review Center Decomposing teen Numbers
✏️✨ Decomposing Teen Numbers (11–19) Pencil Puzzle Activity ✨✏️
Perfect for Kindergarten & First Grade | Back to School Math Centers
Make decomposing numbers a blast with these teen number pencil puzzles! Designed for the first day or first week of school, this interactive center helps students practice breaking apart numbers 11–19 into tens and ones while building a strong foundation in number sense.
💡 How It Works:
Students work independently or in small groups to assemble each pencil-shaped puzzle by matching:
- 🔢 Numerals (11–19)
- 🎯 Number representations (ten frames & base ten blocks)
- ➕ Equations (10 + ?)
As they piece together each pencil, students visually connect the concept of “ten and some more” in a fun, hands-on way!
✅ What’s Included:
✔️ 9 Pencil Puzzles (one for each number 11–19)
✔️ Matching pieces featuring numerals, ten frames, base ten blocks, and 10 + ? equations
✔️ Teacher prep tips for easy setup
🎯 Skills Targeted:
✔️ Decomposing Numbers into tens and ones
✔️ Teen Number Recognition
✔️ Base Ten Understanding
✔️ Fine Motor Skills & Problem Solving
🖨️ Easy Prep:
1️⃣ Print
2️⃣ Cut out the pencil puzzle pieces
3️⃣ Laminate for durability
4️⃣ Shuffle & play!
🎉 Perfect For:
- Back to School Math Centers
- Independent or Partner Work
- Small Group Instruction
- Early Finishers
- Morning Tubs or Stations
