| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| What topic | Whole Number |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Today, we are going to explore the magical world of whole numbers! By the end of our lesson, you will understand the concept of whole numbers and how to count them.
Gather around, kids! I have a fun story to share with you.
Once upon a time in a sunny park, there lived a little kangaroo named Kiki. Kiki loved to jump around and play with her friends, the butterflies. One day, Kiki wanted to count how many butterflies were flitting about in the garden.
Let's help her!
Kiki peered through her special glasses and saw:
Can anyone tell me how many butterflies are there in total? Let’s count them together.
Encourage students to respond.
The total number of butterflies Kiki sees is a whole number! We can count these butterflies as 1, 2, and 3. These are whole numbers, and they help us tell how many things we have!
Object Counting: Look around the classroom. Can you find any objects to count? Maybe your pencils or crayons?
Partner Up: Find a partner and count your objects together. Say the whole numbers out loud!
Show and Share: After counting, raise your hands to share what you counted and the total number with the class.
To help us remember:
Today, we learned about whole numbers with Kiki the kangaroo and her butterfly friends. Remember, counting is not just about numbers; it’s about recognising the world around us!
For tomorrow, I want everyone to find something at home (like toys, books, or snacks) and count them. Bring your collection to share with the class!