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What to create	Lesson plan
Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	Sequencing
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
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Lesson Plan: Sequencing in Mathematics

Subject

Mathematics

Topic

Sequencing

Duration

30 Minutes

Year Level

Reception / Kindergarten

Learning Objectives

• Understand the concept of sequencing by recognizing order in everyday activities.
• Develop the ability to arrange objects and actions in a logical sequence.
• Enhance verbal skills through storytelling and discussion.

Resources Needed

• Picture cards depicting daily routines (e.g., brushing teeth, getting dressed, having breakfast)
• A simple sequencing activity worksheet
• Markers or crayons
• A storybook that emphasizes sequencing (e.g., "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle)
• A whiteboard and markers

Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Begin with a brief discussion on what sequencing means.
   • Ask the children if they know what it means to put things in order.
   • Use prompts: "What do you do first when you wake up?"

Storytime (10 minutes)

1. Read a story that illustrates sequencing.
   • Choose "The Very Hungry Caterpillar."
   • As you read, point out the order of events (e.g., the days of the week, the foods eaten).
2. After reading, ask the children to recount the story in their own words, focusing on the order of the caterpillar’s journey.

Group Activity (10 minutes)

1. Distribute the picture cards that represent daily routines.
2. In small groups, have children arrange the picture cards in the correct order.
   • Encourage them to discuss why they think certain cards go before or after others.
3. Once the groups are done, invite each group to present their sequence to the class.

Individual Activity (5 minutes)

1. Hand out the sequencing activity worksheet for children to complete independently.
   • The worksheet can involve coloring the pictures and writing a simple sequence of events using prompts: "First, I ," "Next, I ," "Finally, I ____."

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Review the key concept of sequencing.
   • Highlight examples from the lesson (both from the story and the cards).
2. Encourage children to think about sequencing in their daily routines at home.
3. Ask them to share one sequence they can think of by raising their hands.

Assessment

• Observe children during group activities to ensure they are engaging and understanding sequencing.
• Evaluate the completed worksheets to check for comprehension and the ability to sequence events logically.

Follow-Up

Consider incorporating sequencing into other subjects, such as science (e.g., life cycles) or literacy (e.g., story structures), to reinforce learning in various contexts.