Free printable ten frame
A ten-frame is a two-row grid of ten boxes that helps young children see quantities without counting one by one every time. This page stacks six frames, each partly filled with black counters, and places a handwriting line to the right so kids can write how many dots they see. Kindergarten and first-grade classrooms use this layout for counting, subitizing, and noticing how close a number sits to ten.
Solution page included
Peek at the solution
You get a high-resolution 6x9 inch PNG of the worksheet and a matching solution page that shows the correct count beside each frame. Both files download free with no signup, ready to print at home or in class.
How to play
- Look at one 2-by-5 ten-frame at a time, starting from the top.
- Count the filled black counters, using a full top row of five as a shortcut when it is filled.
- Write that number on the lined space to the right, tracing the light numeral if you want a guide.
- Repeat for all six frames, then compare your counts with the solution page.
Print at 100% scale on letter or A4 paper so each 2-by-5 frame stays large enough to count the counters clearly.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the ten-frame answers?
The matching solution page is included on this page as a second image. It shows the same six frames with the correct count written on each handwriting line, so an adult can check work quickly or a child can self-check after finishing.
Is this ten-frame page free to print?
Yes. The worksheet and the solution download as free PNG files with no signup required. Print as many copies as you need for home practice, morning work, or a small-group math tub.
Who is a ten-frame worksheet good for?
It is built for kindergarten and first-grade counters who are learning numbers to ten. Children who still point to each counter will get counting practice; children who already see five-in-a-row as a chunk can start subitizing and relating each amount to ten. The light numerals on the lines also support early handwriting.
How do I print the frames so they stay easy to count?
Print at 100% scale on letter or A4 paper so the 2-by-5 boxes stay large enough to see empty versus filled cells. Avoid fit-to-page shrinking, which can make the counters look cramped. Black ink on plain paper is plenty; card stock holds up better if several children will reuse the same sheet.
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