Number Word Detective

Worksheet Description

This worksheet, featuring a playful dog detective character, provides a list of numerals from 11 to 19 on the left-hand side, with three word options next to each numeral. The student’s task is to investigate each number and circle the corresponding word that correctly represents the numeral. This activity combines numeracy with literacy, requiring students to distinguish between similarly spelled number words and to identify the correct match.

The “Number Word Detective” worksheet is designed to reinforce students’ understanding of the relationship between numerals and their written counterparts, focusing specifically on the tricky ‘teen’ numbers. It helps to build their vocabulary and enhances their reading skills by challenging them to recognize and select number words accurately. This activity also serves to test and improve the students’ knowledge of number sequence and spelling. Furthermore, by providing close alternatives, such as “fourteen” and “forty,” the worksheet encourages careful observation and attention to detail, important skills in both literacy and numeracy.