My Age & Birthday
Children learn to recognise and share their age and birthday through simple writing, drawing, and counting activities. They may write their age, draw candles on a cake, and complete a sentence like “I am ___ years old. My birthday is ___.” This activity helps build early number skills, self-awareness, and confidence while making learning personal and fun.
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What do you do:
Ask children to write their age in the blank space
Let them count and draw candles on the cake
Encourage them to complete: “I am ___ years old. My birthday is ___.”
Allow time to colour and decorate their birthday page
Talk about birthdays and special celebrations
What's Needed:
Make a simple sheet with a birthday cake outline (with candles)
Pencils, crayons, or markers
Number guide (optional for younger children)
Stickers or colouring tools for decoration
How to Adapt
Younger children: Count candles together or use stickers instead of writing numbers
Older children: Write full sentences about their birthday (e.g., where they celebrate)
Advanced: Add extra details like favourite birthday memory or wishes
Hands-on version: Use real counting objects like blocks or play candles
Creative version: Design their own birthday cake with favourite themes or characters
Benefits of the Activity
Builds number recognition and counting skills
Strengthens writing and early literacy development
Encourages self-awareness and identity building
Develops fine motor skills through drawing and colouring
Helps children understand time and personal milestones
Makes learning personal, meaningful, and fun
