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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	smallest to largest numbers
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Smallest to Largest Numbers

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten

Subject

Mathematics

Topic

Smallest to Largest Numbers

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify and compare numbers in order from smallest to largest.
• Students will understand the concept of quantity and numerical order.
• Students will engage in hands-on activities to reinforce their understanding of number sequencing.

Materials

• Number cards (1-10)
• Worksheets with various number sets
• A number line displayed in the classroom
• Small items for counting (e.g., blocks, counters)
• Whiteboard and markers

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the early mathematics standards that emphasize number recognition, comparison, and ordering of numbers.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Numbers	5 min	Briefly discuss numbers and their uses. Show number cards and ask students to name them.
2	Comparing Numbers	5 min	Introduce the concepts of smallest and largest. Use the number line to visualize.
3	Group Activity: Number Sorting	10 min	In pairs, students use number cards to arrange numbers from smallest to largest.
4	Hands-On Counting Activity	5 min	Students use small items to create groups representing different numbers.
5	Reflection and Review	5 min	Discuss what they learned about ordering numbers. Optional: ask students to share findings without formal presentations.

Homework

Provide students with a worksheet that has a variety of number sets for them to practice ordering numbers from smallest to largest at home. Collect the worksheets in the next class for assessment without calling on students to present their answers.

Assessment

• Observe student participation during group activities.
• Review completed homework worksheets to assess understanding of the concept.

Lesson script