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Saxon Math Lesson Plan 17: Sorting by Color and Creating a Real Graph

Grade Level: Kindergarten

Duration: 30 Minutes

Subject: Mathematics

Topic: Sorting by Color and Comparing Sets of Objects

Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Sort objects by color.
• Create a simple bar graph using the sorted objects.
• Compare two sets of objects based on their quantities.

Materials Needed:

• A variety of colored objects (e.g., blocks, buttons, crayons)
• Chart paper or a large whiteboard
• Markers in different colors
• Graph paper (optional)
• Scissors (for the teacher's use)
• Glue (for the teacher's use)

Standards:

This lesson aligns with the following Common Core State Standards for Mathematics:

• K.MD.A.1: Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight.
• K.MD.B.3: Classify objects into given categories; count the number of objects in each category.

Procedure:

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Begin the lesson by asking students if they can name different colors.
2. Show examples of the colored objects and let them explore by holding and examining a few.
3. Explain that today they'll be sorting these objects by color.

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

1. Invite students to join you in a circle.
2. Place a mixed selection of colored objects in the center.
3. Demonstrate how to sort objects by color, selecting one color at a time, and encourage students to help with the sorting.
4. As you sort the objects, ask questions like:
   • "How many red objects do we have?"
   • "Can anyone find a yellow object?"

Creating a Real Graph (10 minutes)

1. Once the objects are sorted, take the chart paper or whiteboard.
2. Draw a simple bar graph with one bar for each color.
3. Label the axes: the x-axis for "Colors" and the y-axis for "Number of Objects."
4. Use the sorted objects to fill in the bars by counting and coloring them with the marker corresponding to each sorted object.
5. Discuss the graph with the students, asking questions like:
   • "Which color has the most objects?"
   • "Is there a color that has none?"

Independent Learning (5 minutes)

1. Provide each student with a small number of colored objects.
2. Ask them to sort their objects by color on their desks.
3. After sorting, they can share how many of each color they have with a partner or a small group.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Gather the class back together and discuss what they learned about sorting and counting.
2. Reinforce the importance of color recognition and the concept of bar graphs with open-ended questions:
   • "What do you like about sorting?"
   • "Can you think of other things we can sort?"

Assessment:

• Observe students during the sorting activity to ensure they understand how to sort by color.
• Evaluate their understanding through participation in the bar graph activity.
• Informal assessment will occur through their responses during group discussions.

Extensions:

• For advanced students, introduce the concept of sorting by two attributes, such as color and size.
• For students needing more support, provide additional one-on-one assistance during the sorting activity.

Reflection:

• After the lesson, reflect on what went well and what could be improved. Consider student engagement and understanding of the concepts taught.

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This lesson plan provides a structured approach to learning about sorting by color and graphing, suitable for Kindergarten students while adhering to US educational standards.