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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

pumpkin counting craft activity

This easy-to-make game will provide kids with fun while learning to count. Just roll the dice, add up the dots, then find the number on the game mat and cover it with a pumpkin. First one to cover all their numbers wins!
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Print Project

Step 1

Paint one of the wood cubes white and one black; then let dry.

Step 2

Dip the eraser end of a pencil into black paint and make dots for the dice on the white cube. Now, make white dots on the black painted cube for the second dice. Set aside to dry.

Step 3

Measure and mark a grid on the large foam sheet for 12 squares, three across and four down. Adhere tape to make the grid and fold the excess tape around the back of the foam.

Step 4

Stick the numbers 1-12 onto each square of the grid.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    12" x 18" Foam Sheet by Creatology™

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    $1.69
    • Color: Neon Green
    • Size: 12" x 18"
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    Square Wood Block by Make Market®

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    Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Paint by Craft Smart®, 2oz.

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    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 oz
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    Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Paint by Craft Smart®, 2oz.

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Instructions
Step 1

Paint one of the wood cubes white and one black; then let dry.

Step 2

Dip the eraser end of a pencil into black paint and make dots for the dice on the white cube. Now, make white dots on the black painted cube for the second dice. Set aside to dry.

Step 3

Measure and mark a grid on the large foam sheet for 12 squares, three across and four down. Adhere tape to make the grid and fold the excess tape around the back of the foam.

Step 4

Stick the numbers 1-12 onto each square of the grid.

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