Counting in Steps of 10 — Interactive Lesson (KS1)

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An 18-slide interactive KS1 lesson counting forwards and backwards in steps of 10, using pencils, fingers and coins to build understanding.

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What number comes after 70 when counting in 10s? This 18-slide interactive lesson teaches counting in steps of 10, forwards and backwards, using objects pupils can picture.

Mastering Counting in Steps of 10 in KS1 Maths

Pupils learn to count forwards and backwards in 10s, and are introduced to the language of multiplication, such as ‘groups of 10 are equal to’, to begin developing an understanding of multiplication. They count pencils and eggs starting from 10, count fingers on pairs of hands, work out how many 10p coins make a given total, and complete number tracks counting on from 20 or back from 60. A plenary activity has two characters counting in 10s from different starting numbers on a grid.

What’s Included

18-slide interactive lesson on counting in steps of 10
Learning objectives on counting patterns and multiplication language
Counting activities with pencils, eggs and fingers
10p coin problems linking counting to money
A grid-based plenary comparing two counting patterns

Key Benefits for Students

Builds fluent counting forwards and backwards in 10s
Introduces multiplication language early and naturally
Uses everyday objects and money to make counting concrete
Instant feedback on answer questions

Why Teachers Love It

No prep — ready for whole-class teaching on an interactive whiteboard
A concise lesson that fits a single session
Self-marking questions support independent practice
Suits teaching, revision and homework
A dependable foundation before the 10 times table

Love this? You’ll love…

A dependable addition to a KS1 number topic, giving pupils confident, hands-on practice counting in 10s before formal multiplication begins. This groundwork feeds directly into the 10 times table and place value work.

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FAQs

What year group is this for?
KS1 — Years 1–2 (ages 5–7).

Does it introduce multiplication language?
Yes — phrases such as ‘groups of 10 are equal to’.

Is it self-marking?
Yes, with instant feedback on the questions.

Year Groups	Year 1–2
Resource Type	🎓 Interactive Lesson & Activities
Format	Digital Only
Curriculum	England & Wales — KS1 (Years 1–2)
Added	4 March 2026