Welsh Counting Games for Kids: 10 Fun Activities & Printables

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Welsh Counting Games for Kids: 10 Fun Activities, Numbers 1–20 & Free Printables

Looking for fun Welsh counting games for kids? Discover 10 easy number activities that help children learn Welsh numbers from 1 to 20 through movement, matching, games and simple maths.

Perfect for parents, teachers, Welsh learners, Reception, KS1, KS2 and Criw Cymraeg groups.

Welsh Numbers 1–20 10 Counting Games KS1 & KS2 Interactive Quiz Free A4 Printables

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Learning Welsh numbers can be much more enjoyable when children count real objects, jump, move, roll dice and work together. Instead of memorising lists, they can practise counting through play.

The activities in this guide are designed to be easy to organise at home or in school. Most need very little equipment, and many can be completed in just five to ten minutes.

You will also find a Welsh numbers 1–20 chart, a free interactive number-matching quiz and printable game cards.

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If your children enjoy active learning, explore our collection of 10 Welsh Playground Games for Kids with Rules and Free Printables. It includes traditional playground favourites and Welsh-language adaptations.

How Do Children Count in Welsh?

The Welsh word for numbers is rhifau. Children usually begin by learning numbers one to ten, then progress to twenty.

Welsh has both traditional and decimal ways of expressing larger numbers. For beginner activities, this guide uses the straightforward decimal forms for 11–20, such as un deg un for eleven and dau ddeg for twenty.

Welsh Numbers 1 to 20 Chart

Use this handy Welsh counting chart before starting the games. Children can read the numbers aloud, point to them and practise in pairs.

Number	Welsh	English
1	Un	One
2	Dau	Two
3	Tri	Three
4	Pedwar	Four
5	Pump	Five
6	Chwech	Six
7	Saith	Seven
8	Wyth	Eight
9	Naw	Nine
10	Deg	Ten
11	Un deg un	Eleven
12	Un deg dau	Twelve
13	Un deg tri	Thirteen
14	Un deg pedwar	Fourteen
15	Un deg pump	Fifteen
16	Un deg chwech	Sixteen
17	Un deg saith	Seventeen
18	Un deg wyth	Eighteen
19	Un deg naw	Nineteen
20	Dau ddeg	Twenty

Note: You may also hear traditional forms such as deuddeg (12), pymtheg (15) and ugain (20). Both counting systems are part of Welsh usage. The forms of some numbers also change according to the grammatical context.

Jump to a counting game:

1. Number Treasure Hunt 2. Counting Clap Challenge 3. Roll and Count 4. Welsh Number Bingo 5. Number Line Jump 6. Build a Number Tower 7. Missing Number Detective 8. Count and Match 9. Number Relay Race 10. Welsh Number Shop

10 Fun Welsh Counting Games for Children

Each game includes age guidance, equipment, instructions, useful Welsh vocabulary and an idea for making the activity more challenging.

Counting Game 1

Welsh Number Treasure Hunt

Ages 4–9 | Players 1+ | Equipment: Number cards

Turn a simple treasure hunt into an exciting Welsh numbers activity. This works particularly well in classrooms, gardens and safe outdoor learning spaces.

How to Play

1. Write numbers from 1 to 10 on cards.
2. Hide the cards around a safe area.
3. Call out a number in Welsh.
4. Children search for the matching card.
5. When they find it, they say the Welsh number.
6. Continue until all the cards are found.

Useful Welsh:

Chwiliwch am y rhif tri!

Look for number three!

Dyma'r rhif tri!

Here is number three!

Make it harder: Use numbers 1–20 or ask children to put their cards in numerical order.

Counting Game 2

Welsh Counting Clap Challenge

Ages 3–8 | Players 1+ | Equipment: None

This quick counting game is ideal for warm-up activities, nursery sessions and short classroom breaks.

How to Play

1. Choose a number between 1 and 10.
2. Say that number aloud in Welsh.
3. Children clap the correct number of times.
4. Count each clap together in Welsh.
5. Try different numbers and movements.
6. Let children take turns being the leader.

Useful Welsh:

Clapiwch bum gwaith!

Clap five times!

Un, dau, tri, pedwar, pump!

One, two, three, four, five!

Make it harder: Replace clapping with jumping, stamping, tapping or marching.

Counting Game 3

Roll and Count in Welsh

Ages 4–9 | Players 2+ | Equipment: Dice

A simple dice game helps children connect numbers, written words and quantities.

How to Play

1. Give each pair of children a die.
2. One player rolls the die.
3. They count the dots.
4. They say the number in Welsh.
5. The next player takes a turn.
6. For an extra challenge, use two dice.

Useful Welsh:

Taflwch y dis!

Roll the die!

Pa rif?

What number?

Chwech!

Six!

Make it harder: With two dice, children add the numbers and say their answer in Welsh.

Counting Game 4

Welsh Number Bingo

Ages 5–11 | Players 2+ | Equipment: Paper, pencils, number cards

Number bingo is an excellent listening game for learning Welsh numbers from 1 to 20.

How to Play

1. Children draw a grid with nine squares.
2. They fill the squares with nine different numbers from 1 to 20.
3. A teacher or parent calls numbers in Welsh.
4. Children cross off matching numbers.
5. The first child to complete a line calls "Bingo!".
6. Check the winning numbers together in Welsh.

Useful Welsh:

Gwrandewch!

Listen!

Un deg pedwar!

Fourteen!

Da iawn!

Very good!

Make it harder: Instead of calling the number, give a simple maths clue. For example, "two plus three".

Counting Game 5

Welsh Number Line Jump

Ages 4–10 | Players 1+ | Equipment: Number mats or chalk

This active learning game combines movement, number recognition and spoken Welsh.

How to Play

1. Create a number line from 1 to 10.
2. Ask children to start at number one.
3. Call a number in Welsh.
4. Children move to the correct number.
5. Ask them to say the number aloud.
6. Repeat with different starting points.

Useful Welsh:

Neidiwch i rif saith!

Jump to number seven!

Ble mae rhif deg?

Where is number ten?

Make it harder: Ask children to move forward two numbers or backwards one number. Offer stepping or pointing instead of jumping where needed.

Counting Game 6

Build a Welsh Number Tower

Ages 3–8 | Players 1+ | Equipment: Building blocks

Children practise counting real objects while improving coordination and problem-solving skills.

How to Play

1. Provide a pile of building blocks.
2. Choose a number in Welsh.
3. Children build a tower using that number of blocks.
4. Count each block aloud as it is added.
5. Compare different towers.
6. Build another tower with a different number.

Useful Welsh:

Faint o flociau?

How many blocks?

Deg bloc!

Ten blocks!

Da iawn!

Very good!

Make it harder: Ask children to build two towers and say which has more or fewer blocks.

Counting Game 7

Missing Number Detective

Ages 5–11 | Players 1+ | Equipment: Number cards

A mystery game that encourages children to recognise number sequences in Welsh.

How to Play

1. Arrange number cards in order.
2. Ask children to close their eyes.
3. Remove one card.
4. Children open their eyes.
5. They identify the missing number.
6. They say the missing number in Welsh.

Useful Welsh:

Pa rif sydd ar goll?

Which number is missing?

Mae pump ar goll!

Five is missing!

Make it harder: Remove two or three cards, or count backwards from twenty.

Counting Game 8

Count and Match

Ages 3–8 | Players 1+ | Equipment: Number cards and counters

This hands-on activity helps children match Welsh numbers to quantities.

How to Play

1. Prepare cards showing Welsh number words.
2. Place counters, buttons or blocks on a table.
3. Children choose a number card.
4. They count out the matching quantity.
5. Say the Welsh number together.
6. Repeat using a different card.

Useful Welsh:

Faint sydd yma?

How many are here?

Wyth!

Eight!

Make it harder: Use cards showing written Welsh words without numerical digits. Avoid small loose objects with children who may put them in their mouths.

Counting Game 9

Welsh Number Relay Race

Ages 6–11 | Players 4+ | Equipment: Number cards

A team game that makes number recognition energetic and social.

How to Play

1. Divide children into small teams.
2. Place numbered cards at the other end of a safe play area.
3. Call out a number in Welsh.
4. One child from each team walks or moves to the cards.
5. They collect the matching number.
6. Each team checks the number before the next round.

Useful Welsh:

Chwiliwch am rif naw!

Look for number nine!

Barod? Ewch!

Ready? Go!

Make it harder: Give a maths question instead of calling the number directly. Keep the relay cooperative rather than focusing on speed.

Counting Game 10

The Welsh Number Shop

Ages 5–11 | Players 2+ | Equipment: Pretend coins, labels and toys

Children practise Welsh numbers through an imaginative shopping activity.

How to Play

1. Set up a pretend shop with toys or classroom objects.
2. Label the objects with small prices from 1 to 20.
3. Give children pretend coins or counters.
4. One child becomes the shopkeeper.
5. Other children choose an item.
6. They practise asking prices and counting payment.
7. Swap roles after several turns.

Useful Welsh:

Faint mae hwn yn ei gostio?

How much does this cost?

Pum punt.

Five pounds.

Diolch!

Thank you!

Make it harder: Ask older children to buy two items and work out the total.

Interactive Welsh Numbers 1–20 Quiz

Ready to test your Welsh counting? Choose the correct Welsh word for the number shown.

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Which Welsh word matches this number?

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The quiz uses Welsh numbers 1–20 and works directly in your browser. No personal information is collected.

Free Printable Welsh Counting Game Cards

Make learning easier with our 10 free Welsh counting activity cards. Each card includes the game's English title, simple instructions and useful Welsh vocabulary.

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How to Teach Welsh Numbers Through Play

For Nursery and Reception

Begin with numbers one to five, using counting objects, building blocks and movement games. Repeat the same vocabulary throughout the week.

For Key Stage 1

Introduce numbers one to ten, then progress to twenty. Combine number recognition, counting aloud and matching written words to quantities.

For Key Stage 2

Use Welsh number bingo, simple addition and subtraction, team games and pretend shopping. Encourage pupils to lead games and give instructions in Welsh.

For Criw Cymraeg Groups

Older pupils can organise five-minute Welsh number activities for younger children during break times or classroom sessions.

For example, a weekly plan could include a treasure hunt on Monday, bingo on Tuesday, number-line activities on Wednesday, relay games on Thursday and a Welsh number shop on Friday.

Why Use Counting Games to Learn Welsh?

Games give children repeated opportunities to practise words while taking part in meaningful activities.

They can support number recognition, listening, turn-taking and confidence with spoken Welsh.

For the best results, introduce a few new numbers at a time and revisit them regularly. The aim is for children to recognise and use the vocabulary, not simply repeat it once.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you count from 1 to 10 in Welsh?

Un, dau, tri, pedwar, pump, chwech, saith, wyth, naw, deg. These are the common basic counting forms.

How do you say twenty in Welsh?

Twenty can be expressed as "dau ddeg" in the decimal counting system or "ugain" in the traditional system.

What are the best Welsh counting games for Reception?

Counting Clap Challenge, Build a Number Tower and Count and Match are suitable starting points. Use numbers one to five initially.

Can these games be used in KS1 and KS2?

Yes. Start with simple number recognition for younger pupils, then add larger numbers and mental maths for older children.

Are the Welsh counting printables free?

Yes. The ten activity cards are free for home and classroom use. No registration is required.

How many pages are the printables?

The activity cards are designed to print on two A4 pages, with five cards per page. Browser print settings may affect pagination.

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Further Reading and Welsh Number Resources

For further Welsh-language learning and alternative number forms, see the educational resources from the following organisations:

• Hwb – Welsh Education Resources
• WJEC Educational Resources

Language note: The guide uses common beginner counting forms. Welsh numeral forms can vary by context, and regional usage may differ. Teachers should follow their school's preferred Welsh-language conventions.