What is Skip Counting?

Skip counting is a way of counting by numbers other than 1. When we skip count, we jump over numbers to make counting easier and faster!

Why is Skip Counting Important?

• It helps us with addition and multiplication.
• It makes solving problems easier.
• It helps us understand patterns in numbers.

How to Skip Count

Let’s learn how to skip count by using different numbers!

Skip Counting by 2s

When we skip count by 2s, we add 2 each time:

2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20...

Skip Counting by 5s

When we skip count by 5s, we add 5 each time:

5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50...

Skip Counting by 10s

When we skip count by 10s, we add 10 each time:

10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100...

Activities to Practice Skip Counting

• Using Objects: Count up some objects like buttons or blocks by groups of 2s, 5s, or 10s.
• Jumping on a Number Line: Draw a number line and jump to each number as you skip count.
• Games: Play counting games with friends or family where you skip count together!

Fun Fact!

The more you practice skip counting, the better you will get at math. You can even impress your friends with how fast you can count!

Now that you know how to skip count, go ahead and practice! Have fun counting!