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Reception/Kindergarten Mathematics Lesson Plan

Lesson Title: Introduction to Numbers

Duration

30 minutes

Learning Objectives

• To recognise and name numbers from 1 to 10.
• To understand the concept of quantity associated with each number.
• To develop fine motor skills through hands-on activities.

Resources Needed

• Number cards (1-10)
• Small objects (e.g., counting bears, blocks, or buttons)
• Whiteboard and markers
• A large piece of paper for drawing
• Colouring materials (crayons, markers)
• Songs or rhymes about numbers (optional)

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Greeting and Warm-Up:

   • Gather the children in a circle.
   • Sing a simple number song to engage them (e.g., "Five Little Ducks").

2. Introduction to Numbers:

   • Show the number cards from 1 to 10.
   • Point to each card and ask the children to say the number out loud together.
   • Briefly discuss what the numbers represent.

Main Activity (20 minutes)

Activity 1: Number Recognition (10 minutes)

1. Call and Response:

   • Hold up a number card and ask the children to shout out the number.
   • Use different voices (loud, soft, silly) to keep it fun.

2. Matching Game:

   • Distribute small objects to the children.
   • Ask them to match the number of objects to the corresponding number card (e.g., 3 bears for the card showing the number 3).
   • Walk around to assist and encourage them.

Activity 2: Drawing and Colouring (10 minutes)

1. Drawing Numbers:

   • Give each child a large piece of paper.
   • Ask them to draw their favourite number and illustrate it with the corresponding quantity of objects (e.g., if they choose the number 4, they could draw 4 stars).

2. Sharing Time:

   • Once completed, invite children to share their drawings with the class, reinforcing number recognition and counting skills.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Wrap Up:

   • Review the numbers learned during the lesson.
   • Ask children to recall what they drew and how many objects they matched.

2. Goodbye Routine:

   • Sing a goodbye song, incorporating some numbers into the lyrics (e.g., “See you later, alligator, after a while, number five!”).

Assessment

• Observe children's participation during activities.
• Use informal assessments during the matching game to gauge understanding and recognition of numbers.
• Review drawings to assess their ability to represent numbers visually.

Additional Notes

• Be flexible with time depending on children's engagement and understanding.
• Adjust activities to keep all learners involved, including those who may need more support.