Lunar New Year Numeral Cards

Description

Encourage early number recognition and cultural awareness with these Lunar New Year Themed Number Cards, thoughtfully designed for EYFS learners. Each card displays Chinese numerals alongside the corresponding Western numerals, giving children meaningful opportunities to notice, compare and discuss different ways numbers can be represented.

These versatile cards are perfect for use in a tuff tray, creative area or maths provision. They can be laminated for durability and explored using paintbrushes, loose parts, sensory materials or mark-making tools, allowing children to engage with numbers through hands-on, open-ended play.

Children can also use wax crayons to write or trace the numbers, before revealing their marks with a watercolour wash, supporting creativity while strengthening fine motor control and hand muscles. This approach encourages experimentation, talk and curiosity around numbers in a calm, engaging way.

This resource supports:

• Number recognition and early mark making

• Fine motor development and hand strength

• Creativity, exploration and mathematical talk

• Curiosity about different cultures and celebrations

Ideal for EYFS continuous provision during Lunar New Year, these number cards offer a playful, meaningful way for children to explore maths while celebrating cultural diversity.