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Printable Train Number Matching Card Game

Shared by Mary Catherine 4 Comments

I like using number cards in preschool for so many math activities – from calendar time to sorting and patterning activities. They’re very versatile, and I like to change up the cards based on holidays or teaching themes. I put together some train number cards based on a favorite children’s book. They’re perfect for a matching card game after reading the book, and they’d do well with a transportation theme too.

Use free printable train number cards for a variety of early math activities - matching card game, patterning, numeral-to-quantity exploration

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steam train, dream train

My son (I refer to him as Engineer here on Fun-A-Day) has been into trains since he was about two. They’ve been a staple in our house since then, and something tells me they’ll be around for years to come. A couple of years ago, Engineer and I even took a sleeper train trip to visit family. It’s still a cherished memory for both of us. I think that’s why he and I love this month’s Book Club selection so much! Steam Train, Dream Train will likely always make me smile and think of my kiddo!

Train number matching card game inspired by Steam Train Dream Train

It’s a beautifully-illustrated rhyming book that showcases different train cars, which train enthusiasts would definitely enjoy! The story’s all about animals getting ready to sleep on the train, so little animal lovers would get a kick out of it as well. I also think it would be fun during a pajama party!

Free printable train numbers for a matching card game 2

train matching card game for kids

Print out a set of the train number cards before getting started (grab the free number cards 1 to 30 HERE). If a matching card game is going to be played, be sure to print out an extra set or two! Cut the cards apart and be sure to laminate them for extra durability!

Matching card game with train numbers - many ways to explore numerals and number concepts 2

Here are some ways to use the train cards:

  • Set up a memory matching card game. Be sure there are two of each number (we started out just using one through ten), then place them face down. Kids take turns turning over two cards to see if they can match the numbers.
  • Have the children put the trains in order, beginning at one.
  • Kids can use the cards to work on counting backwards, as well.
  • Play a skip-counting game using the cards, whether it’s by twos, threes, or fives.
  • Grab some toy trains to go along with the number cards. Kiddos can work together to match the correct amount of trains to each numeral.

Free printable train number cards - great for a card matching game and many other math activities

Do you have any train fans at home? Would they like using these number cards for a matching card game or something else?

Pop on over and check out some more awesome Steam Train, Dream Train activities:

Steam Train, Dream Train Busy Bag | Sugar Aunts

Egg Carton Steam Train Craft | Craftulate

Train Snack for Kids | Still Playing School

Train numbers perfect for a card matching game and many other early math activities - includes a free printable

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  1. Georgina @ Craftulate says

    December 28, 2015 at 6:14 pm

    Oh these are great! My son would love them!

    Reply
    • Mary Catherine says

      December 29, 2015 at 11:21 am

      Thanks, George! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Devany says

    December 29, 2015 at 9:46 am

    These are irresistibly fun!

    Reply
    • Mary Catherine says

      December 29, 2015 at 11:20 am

      Thanks, Devany! The kids always seem to enjoy number cards in my classroom!

      Reply
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