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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectMathematics
What age groupReception / Kindergarten
What topicCounting
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Counting Fun with Mr. Caterpillar!

Introduction

Welcome to our exciting world of counting, little mathematicians! Today, we’re going to meet a special friend who will help us learn how to count from 1 to 10. Are you ready? Let’s wiggle our fingers and open our imaginations as we embark on this cheerful counting adventure!

The Story of Mr. Caterpillar

Gather Around!

Start by gathering the students in a circle on the carpet. Show them a colorful puppet or a picture of Mr. Caterpillar, a friendly caterpillar with big eyes and a joyful smile.

The Story Begins

“Hello, my little friends! I’m Mr. Caterpillar! I love to explore and count all the things I see in the garden. Would you like to help me?”

Let's Count!

As Mr. Caterpillar speaks, show a large picture of an empty garden. Then, say:

“Every time I find something in the garden, I want you to help me count! Let’s count together!”

  1. First Item: Flowers

    • Show a bright picture of 1 flower.
    • “Look, I found one beautiful flower. Can we count it together? One!”

  2. Second Item: Butterflies

    • Show a picture of 2 butterflies.
    • “Now, look! Here are two butterflies. Let’s count them! One, two!”

  3. Third Item: Apples

    • Show a picture of 3 apples.
    • “Oh wow! I see three juicy apples. Can we count them together? One, two, three!”

Continue the Adventure

Continue this pattern up to 10 by introducing different items in the garden, like bees, ladybugs, or mushrooms, always encouraging the children to join in counting out loud.

Fun Count and Move Activity

Let's Get Moving!

After Mr. Caterpillar’s garden adventure, it’s time for an exciting activity!

Instructions

  1. Scatter the beanbags around the learning area.
  2. Explain: “When I call out a number, I need your help to find that many beanbags! For example, if I say ‘three,’ you must find three beanbags!”
  3. Call out different numbers from 1 to 10, allowing the children to move and count.

Conclusion

“Wow, you all did an amazing job counting with me and Mr. Caterpillar! Remember, counting is all around us. Keep practicing, and pretty soon, you’ll be counting everything you see!”

Closing Cheer

End the lesson with a lively cheer, saying, “Count, count, Hooray! We love to count every day!”

Let’s keep this excitement going, and counting will become as easy as a walk in the garden! 🌼🦋