Bring number practice to life with this apple tree numbers pocket chart game that keeps kids actively involved in a playful numbers hide and seek experience.
This hands-on numbers pocket chart game uses a fun Apple theme to help children practice number recognition, counting, and number order while playing a classic hide and seek game.
Kids take turns guessing, checking, and talking about numbers as they search for hidden apples behind apple tree number cards.
Designed for preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and early elementary classrooms, this numbers 0–120 pocket chart game makes math feel interactive and approachable during circle time, math centers, and small group instruction.
Apple Tree Numbers Hide & Seek Pocket Chart Game for Number Recognition
This Apple theme numbers pocket chart game supports a wide range of learners by covering numbers 0–10 for early counting and extending through numbers 0–120 for students working on larger number recognition.
As children play this numbers hide and seek pocket chart game, they scan the pocket chart, call out numbers, and stay focused as apples are revealed behind the apple tree cards. The familiar hide and seek format keeps kids engaged while providing meaningful repetition with numbers.
Because this is a flexible counting activity, you decide how many numbers to use. Start small with numbers 0–10, then gradually add more cards as students build confidence with number recognition and sequencing.
What’s Included in This Numbers Hide & Seek Pocket Chart Game
Everything in this numbers pocket chart game is designed to make number practice easy, flexible, and visually engaging using a cheerful Apple theme:
Number cards for numbers 0–10 with apple tree visuals for early number recognition
Number cards for numbers 0–120 to support advanced counting and number order
Color and black-and-white versions of all number cards for flexible printing
Apple hiding cards that create the interactive hide and seek element
Differentiated recording pages for counting activity extensions and handwriting practice
Clear teacher directions for setting up the pocket chart game quickly
All materials fit in a standard pocket chart, making this a reliable numbers pocket chart game you can use again and again during the school year.
Cards can also be placed on a table or floor if a pocket chart is not available.
Number Skills Practiced with This Apple Theme Pocket Chart Game
This numbers hide and seek pocket chart game provides repeated exposure to key math skills through active play rather than passive worksheets.
Math Skills Supported
Number recognition as students visually scan the pocket chart
Counting activity practice while guessing and checking numbers
Understanding number order and sequencing with numbers 0–10 and numbers 0–120
Identifying similar-looking numbers during pocket chart play
Saying numbers aloud to strengthen number vocabulary
Writing numbers on recording pages for added handwriting practice
This combination builds strong early number sense while keeping math fun and approachable.
Additional Learning Skills
Turn-taking and social interaction during the hide and seek game
Memory and attention skills as students remember previous guesses
Fine motor development through flipping cards and handwriting tasks
Confidence as children successfully find hidden apples on their own
How to Play This Numbers Hide & Seek Pocket Chart Game
This Apple theme numbers pocket chart game is simple to introduce and easy for kids to follow.
Place the number cards in a pocket chart so all numbers are visible.
Choose how many numbers to use based on student ability, starting with numbers 0–10 if needed.
Have one child hide 1–5 apple cards behind the number cards while others close their eyes.
Students take turns guessing which numbers are hiding apples, saying the number aloud each time.
Check behind the number card to see if an apple is hidden there.
Use the recording pages to support counting, number recognition, and handwriting practice.
The consistent routine allows kids to focus on number recognition while enjoying the excitement of hide and seek.
Where to Use This Numbers Pocket Chart Game
This numbers pocket chart game fits naturally into many learning settings.
Math Centers: A hands-on counting activity that students can play independently or with a partner
Circle Time: Use the pocket chart to involve the whole group in number guessing and counting
Small Group Instruction: Target specific number ranges such as numbers 0–10 or numbers 0–120
Homeschool Math Lessons: Add playful number recognition practice to daily routines
Speech Therapy and Intervention: Supports verbal number naming and turn-taking
Early Finishers: Meaningful number practice without busy work
Indoor Learning Days: Keeps kids moving, talking, and learning with numbers
Because you control the number range, this numbers hide and seek pocket chart game can be reused all year as skills grow.
Number Recognition Standards Alignment
This numbers pocket chart game supports early math instruction by giving students repeated practice with number recognition, counting, and number order through an engaging hide and seek counting activity.
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):
K.2.A Practice reading, writing, and counting numbers during an interactive pocket chart game
K.2.B Identify and describe number order while scanning and tracking numbers in the pocket chart
K.2.C Represent numbers using visuals, spoken numbers, and recorded responses
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL):
K.3 Identify and write numbers using number cards and differentiated recording pages
K.4 Count forward and backward within a given range
Common Core State Standards (Math):
K.CC.A.1 Count to 100 by ones and tens through repeated exposure to numbers 0–120
K.CC.B.4 Develop an understanding of numbers and quantities by connecting numerals to counting actions
Check out what other educators are saying:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Teaching Forest (TPT Seller) wrote, “Our students love to use this! We do it everyday as part of our morning sign in routine. There's so many options on how you can play. Great way to work on number recognition.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jody R. wrote, “Great hands on learning for my students with needs. Teaches them how to take turns, patience, and to identify their numbers with sequencing.”
If you are looking for a numbers pocket chart game that combines number recognition, counting activity, and an engaging Apple theme, this resource delivers.
The Numbers 0–120 Hide & Seek Pocket Chart Game | Apple Tree gives you flexible number practice, simple prep, and a fun hide and seek format kids genuinely enjoy.
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