Raindrop Counting Activity
June 18, 2026
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This raindrop counting activity is a fun and engaging way to practice number recognition and counting! Made with cardboard, paint, twine, and pasta, this counting activity will have kids practice math skills while having fun. It’s a great activity if you’re looking for a preschool math activity, spring activity, or a counting activity for preschool.
And, if you’re looking for more preschool activities, try this construction packet or these A-Z alphabet crafts!
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How To Make This Raindrop Counting Activity
Add the dried pasta , blue paint, and a couple squirts of hand sanitizer to the sandwich bag. Seal the bag and move the pasta around in the bag to coat it.
Dump the pasta on parchment paper in an even layer and let it sit to dry.
Once the pasta is dry, cut a large cloud shape out of cardboard.
Paint the cloud white and let it dry completely.
Cut small slits along the bottom edge of the cloud.
Tie pieces of twine through each slit so they hang down.
Write a different number above each piece of twine.
Give kids the blue dyed pasta pieces.
Have children thread the correct number of pasta pieces onto each string to match the number above it.
Benefits Of This Raindrop Counting Activity
This raindrop counting activity is more than just fun – it also:
- Builds fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through threading
- Strengthens counting and number recognition skills
- Encourages concentration and problem-solving
- Provides a fun tactile learning experience
- Is great for independent play or quiet learning time
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Raindrop Counting Activity
This raindrop counting activity is a fun and easy math activity for kids! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers learning to count in a hands-on way.
- Prep Time: 20
- Total Time: 20 + dry time
- Category: Crafts, DIY
- Method: Step-by-Step
Materials
● Cardboard
● White paint
● Paintbrush
● Blue dyed pasta
● Twine or yarn
● Scissors
● Marker
● Sandwich Bag
● Parchment Paper
● Blue Paint
Instructions
1. Add the dried pasta, blue paint, and a couple squirts of hand sanitizer to the sandwich bag. Seal the bag and move the pasta around in the bag to coat it.
2. Dump the pasta on parchment paper in an even layer and let it sit to dry.
3. Cut a large cloud shape out of cardboard.
4. Paint the cloud white and let it dry completely.
5. Cut small slits along the bottom edge of the cloud.
6. Tie pieces of twine through each slit so they hang down.
7. Write a different number above each piece of twine.
8. Give kids the blue dyed pasta pieces.
9. Have children thread the correct number of pasta pieces onto each string to match the number above it.
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