| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
| What topic | Doubles |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Gather your young learners in a comfortable reading area, where they can sit around on colourful cushions or a carpet. Begin with a little drama to capture their attention. Hold up a large, brightly illustrated book titled "The Magic Number Two!".
Open the book and begin with an animated voice:
"Once upon a time in a land filled with numbers, there lived a very special number called TWO! Two was magical because when you found two of anything, it was always DOUBLE the fun! Can you guess what DOUBLE means, my little friends?"
Encourage the children to respond. Let their excitement build as they share their thoughts about what "double" means. This will not only engage them but also help you assess their prior knowledge.
Introduce a simple, fun game called "Doubles Show and Tell." Explain that you will show them an object, and they need to guess what happens when they have double the amount!
Materials Needed:
Show One Ball: Hold one ball in your hand and say, "If I have one ball and I double it, how many do I have?"
Let Them Count: Encourage them to count out loud together: "One, two! That's TWO balls!"
Repeat with Other Items: Go through various objects (like blocks, frogs, or fruit images) while encouraging the children to guess how many there would be if they doubled them.
After the game, lead them into a short story about TWO's adventures, where he discovers things that come in pairs or doubles—like shoes, eyes, and ears! Use visual aids or props if available.
Wrap up this engaging introduction by telling the children that today they will be exploring doubles through games, songs, and art activities, making math both fun and magical.
“So, are you ready to help us find all the magical doubles around us?”
This enthusiastic start will set a lively tone for a lesson focused on understanding the concept of doubles in an engaging and imaginative way!