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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Counting to 10 |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Counting to 10
Early Years (Kindergarten/Prep, ages 5-6)
Mathematics
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum for Mathematics, focusing on number and algebra in the early years, particularly the learning outcomes related to counting and number recognition.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the topic of counting. Ask students how many fingers they have and other examples to engage them. |
| 2 | Number Recognition | 5 min | Display number cards (1-10) and have students say each number together. Discuss the importance of counting. |
| 3 | Counting Activity | 10 min | Give each student manipulatives. Instruct them to count out a specific number of items (1-10) and show their work using the manipulatives. Assist as needed. |
| 4 | Group Activity | 5 min | Divide students into small groups. Have them engage in a counting game (e.g., counting objects around the classroom). |
| 5 | Worksheet Completion | 5 min | Distribute counting worksheets. Students complete the worksheets individually, reinforcing what they learned. |
| 6 | Review and Consolidation | 5 min | Recap the key concepts of counting to 10. Call on pairs to share their answers from the worksheets without presenting to the class. |
Assign counting tasks at home, such as counting items in their household (e.g., toys, books). Students will submit their findings in written form without verbal presentations in the next class for feedback.