| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
| What topic | Literacy |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Introduce young learners to the concept of both Mathematics and literacy through a fun, engaging story that incorporates counting and simple number recognition.
Gather the children in a circle on the carpet. Use a warm and inviting tone to capture their attention.
Teacher: “Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going on a special adventure with a little friend who loves numbers. Can you guess who it is?”
Hold up the picture book and begin reading a short, enchanting story about a character (a friendly rabbit or a playful kitten) who has lost their way in a magical forest. Each page should introduce a simple math concept, such as counting items (e.g., flowers, stars) or recognising numbers.
Example Story Segment: “In the magical forest, Rabbit found 3 shiny apples on the ground. Can you count with me? One, two, three! What should Rabbit do with them?”
Encourage children to participate by counting along. You may pause and ask them questions about the pictures or numbers.
Teacher: “Look! There are 5 butterflies dancing around Rabbit. How many butterflies can we see? Let’s count together!”
After the story, transition into a number hunt. Place the number cards around the classroom.
Teacher: “Now that we’ve helped Rabbit find his apples, let’s go on a number hunt! You will find the hidden numbers and when you do, raise your hand and shout the number out loud!”
Finish with a brief discussion about what they learned, highlighting the connection between storytelling, counting, and recognising numbers.
Teacher: “Great job, everyone! Today, we not only read a fantastic story but also counted and recognised numbers. Maths can be so much fun when we go on adventures with our stories!”
This engaging start will set the tone for a fun-filled Maths lesson that marries literacy with numeracy, making learning suitable for young children by tapping into their love for stories and exploration!