| 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 | numbers up to 20, before, after and between |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 16 |
| What curriculum | ESOL pre entry level |
| 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 | 15 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Numbers up to 20: Before, After, and Between
Appropriate for ESOL pre-entry level students
Mathematics
16 students
30 minutes
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 mins | Introduce the topic of numbers up to 20. Engage students with simple questions about what they know. Use the number line chart to show numbers. |
| 2 | Explanation of Concepts | 5 mins | Explain the concepts of "before," "after," and "between" using examples on the whiteboard. Write a few examples and demonstrate the relationships. |
| 3 | Group Activity | 10 mins | Distribute printable cards to students. In pairs, students will fill in the cards with numbers that are before, after, and between the given numbers. Use visual aids as necessary. |
| 4 | Individual Practice | 5 mins | Provide worksheets with exercises related to the lesson. Students practice identifying before, after, and between numbers independently. |
| 5 | Collect and Check | 5 mins | Randomly collect or check the printable cards and worksheets as students finish. Provide feedback if necessary but do not ask for presentations. |
| 6 | Review and Closing | 5 mins | Summarise key points of the lesson, reinforce learning with a brief recap, and answer any remaining questions. |
Assign students to complete a worksheet with similar exercises they can do at home, focusing on number recognition and relationships between numbers.
Informally assess students' understanding through their completion of the cards and worksheets. Provide individual feedback as necessary based on collected work.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to dive into the world of numbers. Our focus will be on numbers up to 20, specifically about a few important concepts: 'before,' 'after,' and 'between.' To start, can anyone tell me what the number after 5 is?"
Wait for responses.
"That's right, it's 6! And what about before 10? Yes, it's 9! Now let's take a look at our number line chart here. As I point to the numbers, I want you to notice how they come in a sequence. Who can tell me how many numbers we have on this chart?"
Engage with the students and ensure they are involved.
"Now, let’s break it down. When I say 'before,' I mean the number that comes just before another number. For example, if we take the number 7, what number is before it? Yes, it’s 6!"
Write the numbers on the whiteboard as you mention them.
"Now, what about 'after?' If we have 8, the number after that is... That's right, 9!"
Continue writing on the board.
"And 'between' refers to the number that is right in the middle of two numbers. For example, between 4 and 6, we have... Yes, 5! Great job, everyone!"
"Now it's time for some group work. I will give each of you printable number cards. In pairs, I want you to fill in the cards with numbers that are before, after, and between the numbers I give you."
Begin distributing the number cards.
"For instance, if I give you the number 3, what will you write for before, after, and between? Remember to use your number line if you need to!"
Circulate around the classroom and offer support or guidance as needed.
"Work together and remember to help each other along!"
"Fantastic job, everyone! Now it's time for some individual practice. I have prepared worksheets for each of you. These worksheets will have exercises related to what we’ve just learned—identifying before, after, and between numbers."
Hand out the worksheets.
"Take your time and do your best. You have 5 minutes to complete these on your own. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."
"Time's up! Let's collect the worksheets and cards. I will come around and pick them up as you finish. Once I have all of them, I will take a look and give you some feedback."
Collect worksheets and number cards.
"Remember, there is no pressure. I'm just checking to see how you all are doing!"
"Alright, everyone, let’s bring our lesson to a close. Today, we learned about numbers 'before,' 'after,' and 'between.' Can someone remind me of a pair of numbers we talked about today?"
Encourage responses and summarize key points.
"Excellent answers! Does anyone have any final questions before we finish?"
Address any remaining questions.
"As your homework, I would like you to complete a worksheet at home that has similar exercises. Focus on the relationships between the numbers. Thank you all for your participation today—good job! See you next time!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the number after 5? | |
| What number comes before 10? | |
| How many numbers are there on the number line? | |
| What is the number before 7? | |
| What number comes after 8? | |
| What number is between 4 and 6? | |
| If I give you the number 3, what will you write for before? | |
| If I give you the number 3, what will you write for after? | |
| If I give you the number 3, what will you write for between? | |
| Can you remind me of a pair of numbers we talked about today? | |
| What relationships did we explore in today's lesson? | |
| How does a number line help us understand numbers? | |
| What did you find most interesting about today's lesson? | |
| Do you have any final questions about the topic? |
Can you think of a number that is right before 12? What about after 16?
If I say the numbers 2 and 4, what number is in between those two?
What is one way you can remember what 'before' means?
Using the number line, can you find the number that comes before 19 and the number that comes after 14?
Can you create a small sequence of three numbers where you identify which number is before the first number and after the last one?