Skip Counting by 10s, 25s and 100s

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Counting one by one is slow. Counting in jumps is fast! In this free activity, children skip count by 10s, 25s and 100s and write the missing numbers in each row. Starting at 0, they build number patterns like 0, 10, 20, 30 and 0, 25, 50, 75, then stretch into hundreds.

These are the same jumps we use every day for money, measuring and big numbers. The printable worksheet is simple to use at home or in class, and each new sheet gives a fresh set of rows to solve.

How to play

  1. Look at the first numbers in the row and work out the jump: 10, 25 or 100.
  2. Say the pattern out loud, adding the same amount each time.
  3. Write the missing numbers in the empty boxes.
  4. Check the row by counting backwards from the last number to the first.

Skip counting in 10s, 25s and 100s is an important bridge between counting and multiplication. As your child works through each row, they notice how the tens digit or hundreds digit changes, which strengthens place value understanding and mental addition with larger numbers. The 25s pattern is especially useful for money, quarters of an hour and reading number lines. Encourage your child to say the pattern aloud, then check it backwards — this builds confidence and catches small slips. A few rows a day is enough. Print a new sheet whenever you need fresh practice, and celebrate the patterns they spot on their own.

Frequently asked questions

What age is this skip counting activity best for?
It suits most children aged 6 to 8, once they can read and write numbers to 1000. Younger children can start with the 10s rows only, while confident learners can try the 25s and 100s rows for an extra challenge.
Why should children learn to count in 25s?
Counting in 25s helps with money, quarters and reading scales on number lines or measuring jugs. It also prepares children for multiplication facts and for quick mental maths, since 25 and 100 fit together neatly four times.
Is this worksheet free to print?
Yes. The activity is completely free to use online or to print at home or in school. Each time you refresh the page you get a new set of rows, so children can practise as often as they like without repeating the same answers.
How can I help if my child gets stuck?
Ask them to compare two numbers that are next to each other and find the difference. Once they name the jump, count it out loud together, using fingers or a number line. Saying the pattern aloud often unlocks the answer quickly.

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Updated 5 Nov 2026