| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Counting to 5 |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Mathematics
Counting to 5
Reception / Kindergarten
30 minutes
20 students
This lesson corresponds to the National Standards for Mathematics, focusing on number sense and operations.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the topic of counting to 5. Engage students by asking them how many fingers are on one hand. |
| 2 | Group Counting | 5 min | Lead students in a group counting exercise from 1 to 5, using claps or other actions. Encourage participation. |
| 3 | Introduction to Cards | 5 min | Distribute the printable counting cards to each student. Explain what they will do with the cards. |
| 4 | Guided Practice | 10 min | Assist students in filling in their cards with numbers 1 to 5. Walk around and provide assistance as needed. |
| 5 | Random Checks | 5 min | Collect the cards or randomly check them to assess understanding. Provide immediate feedback with stickers or stamps. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 5 min | Explain the homework assignment, which continues the counting practice at home. Do not require presentations of their homework. |
The lesson will conclude with a brief review of what students learned about counting to 5. Encourage them to practice at home with their family using objects around the house.
Students’ understanding will be assessed through observation during the activities and through the collected counting cards. Feedback will be given using stickers or stamps for motivation.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to have a fun lesson about counting to 5! Can anyone tell me how many fingers are on one hand?"
Wait for student responses, encouraging them to raise their hands.
"That's right! We have 5 fingers! Now, let’s get started with our counting adventure!"
"Okay, friends! Stand up and let’s count together from 1 to 5. Ready? One… (hold up one finger) Two… (hold up two fingers) Three… (hold up three fingers) Four… (hold up four fingers) Five! (hold up five fingers) Great job! Now, let’s count again, but this time let’s clap our hands as we count. Are you ready? One, Two, Three, Four, Five!"
Lead them in clapping while counting, encouraging everyone to join in.
"Wonderful! You all did such a great job counting! Keep that energy up!"
"Now, it’s time to do something really special! I have some counting cards for each of you. I’m going to pass these out now."
Distribute the printable counting cards to each student.
"These cards have numbers on them! We will use them to practice our counting to 5. Let’s look at them together. This card has the number 1, and this one has the number 2, and so on. Can you see each number?"
Go around and help them identify the numbers if necessary.
"Now, I want you to take your cards and fill in the numbers from 1 to 5. Let's do it together!"
Model filling in the cards on a sample board, demonstrating how to write the numbers.
"Start with number 1 at the top and go down to number 5. Remember, if you need help, just raise your hand, and I’ll come to assist you!"
Walk around the classroom, providing individual support and encouragement.
"All right, friends! Time is up! Let’s see how you did! I will come around and check your cards. If you got them all right, I’ll give you a sticker or a stamp as a little reward!"
Collect the cards or check them randomly, giving immediate feedback, praise, and stickers or stamps for those who succeeded.
"Fantastic work, everyone! Keep practicing counting at home!"
"For your homework, I want you to practice counting at home. You can count your toys, your books, or even your snacks! Just remember to count to 5. I can’t wait to hear about what you all counted! There’s no need to present anything, just have fun with it!"
"Let’s wrap up what we learned today! Can anyone tell me how many we counted to?"
Encourage students to respond.
"That’s right, we counted to 5! I’m so proud of all of you for doing such a wonderful job today. Don’t forget to practice counting at home! See you all tomorrow!"
How many fingers do you have on one hand? Write the number.
Count out loud from 1 to 5. What do you see when you count?
Using the printable counting cards you received in class, fill in the missing numbers from 1 to 5.
Choose five objects around your home (toys, books, snacks) and count them. What did you count?
Draw a picture of your favorite toy and write the number of toys you have next to it.
Can you list one thing you saw today that has a number on it? What number is it?
If you clapped while counting from 1 to 5, how many claps did you make? Write down the number of claps you counted.
Practice counting with a family member or friend. How did they help you? Write a few sentences about it.
Count to 5 with your hands, and then count to 5 with your feet. Did you find it easy? Why or why not?
What was your favorite part of today’s counting lesson? Write one or two sentences about it.
| Question | Answer |
|---------------------------------------------------|--------|
| How many fingers do we have on one hand? | |
| Can we count together from 1 to 5? | |
| What happens when we count and clap our hands? | |
| What do the counting cards look like? | |
| How do we fill in the numbers on the counting cards? | |
| What reward do we get for counting correctly? | |
| What should you practice counting at home? | |
| How many did we count to today? | |