### Numeracy Lesson Plan for Nursery 2
**Topic: Counting/Identification of Numbers 1 - 1000**
**Grade Level**: Nursery 2
**Duration**: 1 week (5 days)
**Objectives**:
1. Students will count from 1 to 1000.
2. Students will identify and recognize numbers from 1 to 1000.
3. Students will order numbers sequentially.
4. Students will understand the concept of place value in larger numbers.
**Materials Needed**:
- Number charts (1-1000)
- Flashcards with numbers (1-1000)
- Interactive smartboard or whiteboard
- Counting beans or blocks
- Worksheets
- Counting songs/videos
- Books with number themes
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### Day 1: Introduction to Numbers 1-100
#### Time: 30-45 minutes
**Warm-Up (5 mins)**:
- Sing a counting song from 1 to 100.
**Introduction (10 mins)**:
- Display a large number chart (1-100) on the board.
- Introduce numbers 1-10 using flashcards. Repeat for numbers up to 100.
**Activity (15 mins)**:
- Counting Beans: Distribute 100 beans (or blocks) to each student. Have them count individually or in pairs.
- Number Hunt: Hide number flashcards around the classroom. Let students find and identify them.
**Wrap-Up (5 mins)**:
- Recap by counting together from 1-100.
- Show a short counting video.
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### Day 2: Exploring Numbers 101-200
#### Time: 30-45 minutes
**Warm-Up (5 mins)**:
- Review the numbers 1-100 using a counting song.
**Introduction (10 mins)**:
- Display number chart (101-200) and point out patterns.
- Discuss what comes after 100 (101, 102, etc.).
**Activity (15 mins)**:
- Flashcards Matching: Students match number flashcards with number pictures (e.g., 101-200).
- Counting Beans: Continue counting beans from 101-200 with guidance.
**Wrap-Up (5 mins)**:
- Recap numbers 101-200 by counting together.
- Quick game of "What's Missing?" with selected numbers from 101-200.
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### Day 3: Building Numbers 201-500
#### Time: 30-45 minutes
**Warm-Up (5 mins)**:
- Review with a counting song focusing on numbers 101-200.
**Introduction (10 mins)**:
- Display number chart (201-500).
- Discuss the importance of hundreds, tens, and units using visual aids.
**Activity (15 mins)**:
- Create Number Groups: Divide students into groups and assign a set of numbers (e.g., 201-250, 251-300). Have them write and display these numbers.
- Bean Counting: Continue counting beans from 201-500 in groups.
**Wrap-Up (5 mins)**:
- Recap numbers 201-500.
- Use flashcards for a quick review of randomly selected numbers.
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### Day 4: Recognizing and Sequencing Numbers 501-800
#### Time: 30-45 minutes
**Warm-Up (5 mins)**:
- Review previous numbers (1-500) using a counting song.
**Introduction (10 mins)**:
- Display the number chart (501-800).
- Explain how the numbers follow each other sequentially.
**Activity (15 mins)**:
- Create a Number Line: Have students place flashcards in the correct order to form a number line from 501-800.
- Interactive Counting: Use the smartboard to drag and drop numbers into the correct sequence.
**Wrap-Up (5 mins)**:
- Recap numbers 501-800.
- Play a "Which Number Comes Next?" game using random numbers from 501-800.
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### Day 5: Mastering Numbers 801-1000 and Review
#### Time: 30-45 minutes
**Warm-Up (5 mins)**:
- Quick review with a counting song focusing on numbers 501-800.
**Introduction (10 mins)**:
- Display the number chart (801-1000).
- Reinforce place value concepts.
**Activity (15 mins)**:
- Number Identification: Use flashcards for students to identify numbers from 801-1000.
- Bean Counting: Count beans from 801-1000 in small groups.
**Wrap-Up and Review (15 mins)**:
- Review the entire number range 1-1000 together.
- Interactive quiz on the smartboard or using clicker remotes.
- Hand out worksheets for individual practice and assessment.
**Conclusion**:
- Congratulate students on their accomplishment.
- Sing a final counting song from 1 to 1000.
- Encourage continued practice at home with number-related activities.
**Assessment**:
- Throughout the week, observe student participation and understanding.
- Use flashcards and number sequencing activities for informal assessments.
- Collect and review worksheets to gauge individual progress.
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**Homework**:
- Encourage parents to practice counting with their children daily.
- Provide a simple counting booklet for extra practice at home.
**Extensions**:
- Begin simple addition and subtraction using numbers 1-1000 for advanced learners.
- Explore number patterns and sequences further.
**Reflection**:
- After the lesson, reflect on what worked well and what could be improved. Adjust future lessons based on student engagement and understanding.