aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
Which subject | Mathematics |
What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
What topic | |
Quantity | 1 |
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Welcome, little mathematicians! Today, we're going to embark on a super exciting adventure into the world of numbers. But before we dive in, let’s warm up our brains with a fun activity that gets our bodies moving too!
Hide the Number Cards: Before the lesson, hide the number cards around the classroom or outdoor area. Make sure they are easy to find for our little explorers!
Gather the Class: Bring everyone together in a circle. Let them know we’re about to go on a treasure hunt!
Count to Three Together: Gather everyone and lead them in a cheerful counting song—count from 1 to 10 together! This helps everyone remember the numbers we’re going to search for.
Let the Hunt Begin: Tell the children that the hidden cards are our treasure, and they need to find them all! Give them a fun phrase to chant, like "We are treasure hunters, let's go and play, finding numbers in a magical way!"
Finding Numbers: As each child finds a card, they should shout out the number they found and place it in the basket you’re holding. Invite them to help count the cards again once they are all gathered.
Discuss the Numbers: After the hunt, sit together and talk about the numbers they've found. Ask questions like:
End the lesson with a fun song about numbers, incorporating actions for each number (like jumping on one foot for 1, clapping for 2, etc.). This keeps the energy high and helps reinforce their learning.
This engaging activity not only gets the kids moving, but it also allows them to practice their counting skills in a playful, interactive way. They'll learn to recognize numbers while building excitement for math as a fun adventure!
Ready to go on a treasure hunt? Put on your explorer hats, and let’s jump into math!