Tally marks worksheets
Read and draw tally marks.
Questions
The same code and settings always make the same worksheet.
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How to make tally marks worksheets
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Choose the level and question type, and how many questions you want.
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Tap “New worksheet” until you like the questions; each sheet is different.
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Add your own title or instructions if you like, and choose A4 or US Letter.
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Download the PDF with its answer key and print it.
About these tally marks worksheets
Tally marks group counts in fives, with the fifth mark crossing the other four. Reading tallies practises counting by 5s; drawing them is the first step towards collecting data in tally charts. Choose to read or draw, with totals up to 30.
Settings you can change
Each sheet has 12 questions by default (from 4 to 24), a name, date and score line, and an answer key on a separate page. Best for kindergarten to grade 2 (ages 5–8).
- Question: Read the tally, Draw the tally.
- Numbers up to: 10, 20, 30.
Teaching tips
- Count the groups of five first, then the extra marks.
- Make a class tally chart of favourite fruits.
- Link to skip counting by 5s.
New questions every time
The questions are written by rules on your device, not picked from a fixed sheet, so every tap of “New worksheet” gives a different set. Nothing is uploaded. Explore all math worksheets.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the fifth mark diagonal?
Crossing the first four makes groups of five that are quick to count.
Which grades are these worksheets for?
Kindergarten to grade 2 (ages 5–8), depending on the settings you choose. Switch on “Big print” for younger children.
What is the worksheet code?
Every sheet prints a short code. Typing the same code with the same settings rebuilds exactly the same questions, so you can reprint a sheet later or share the code with another teacher.
Can I make a different tally marks worksheet for each student?
Yes. Tap “New worksheet” for a fresh set of questions with the same settings. Each sheet has its own answer key, so you can hand out different versions.
Does every worksheet come with an answer key?
Yes. The answers print on a separate page at the end of the PDF. Switch “Answer key” off if you only want the questions.