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Which subject	Mathematics
What topic	counting to 5
What length (min)	30
What age group	Preschool / Nursery
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

Counting to 5

Subject

Mathematics

Grade/Age Group

Preschool / Nursery

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Early Childhood Education standards for mathematics, focusing on counting, number recognition, and developing foundational skills in numerical understanding.

Objectives

• Students will be able to count from 1 to 5.
• Students will recognize the numerals 1 through 5.
• Students will understand the concept of quantity associated with each numeral.
• Students will engage in activities that reinforce counting through play.

Materials

• Counting blocks or counters (1-5)
• Number cards (1-5)
• Counting songs (audio)
• Worksheets for counting practice
• Markers or crayons
• Visual aids (posters or charts with numbers)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (mins)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Introduce the theme of counting and its importance. Use songs or chants to engage students.
2	Number Recognition	5	Show number cards (1-5) and ask students to identify each number and say it out loud.
3	Counting Activity	10	Utilize counting blocks or counters. Ask students to count out loud while they touch or move each counter.
4	Interactive Game	5	Play a counting game (e.g., “I Spy” with numbers or a counting song) that encourages active participation.
5	Worksheet Activity	3	Distribute worksheets for students to practice writing and recognizing numbers 1-5.
6	Review and Conclusion	2	Recap what was learned in the lesson, reinforcing the importance of counting and encouraging practice at home.

Homework

• Students will complete a short worksheet that involves matching numbers to groups of objects, helping to reinforce their understanding of counting without needing presentations in class. The teacher will check the homework in a private manner without any student presentations.

Lesson script