Title: Counting/ Identification of Numbers 1 - 10
Grade: Nursery 2
Duration: 1 hour
Objective:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Count numbers from 1 to 10.
2. Identify and name numbers from 1 to 10.
3. Match quantity to the correct numeral from 1 to 10.
Materials Needed:
- Number flashcards (1-10)
- Number chart (1-10)
- Small objects/toys for counting (like blocks or buttons)
- Markers/crayons
- Whiteboard and markers
- Worksheets with numbers 1-10 and corresponding illustrations
- Visual aids (pictures representing groups of 1-10 items)
- Counting songs or rhymes
Introduction (10 minutes):
1. Greeting and settling down. Welcome the students.
2. Begin with a fun counting song to engage the students and introduce the topic. For example, "The Ants Go Marching" or "Ten Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed."
3. Discuss the day's objective: Learning to count and identify numbers from 1 to 10.
Instruction (15 minutes):
1. Number Recognition:
- Use the number chart and number flashcards. Hold up each flashcard one by one, say the number out loud and have the students repeat the number after you.
- Show pictures representing groups of items from 1-10 and ask the students to identify how many items are in each group.
2. Counting:
- Demonstrate counting from 1 to 10 using your fingers, small toys, or blocks.
- Encourage students to count along with you.
- Use the whiteboard to write the numbers 1-10 and have the students practice counting by clapping their hands or stomping their feet as you point at each number.
Guided Practice (15 minutes):
1. Number Matching:
- Distribute flashcards with numbers and distribute small objects. Ask students to match the correct number of objects to each number flashcard.
- Use visual aids: Show the picture of a group of objects and have students find and place the corresponding number flashcard next to it.
2. Hands-On Activity:
- Give each student a worksheet with numbers 1-10 and corresponding illustrations. Have them trace the numbers and color the pictures while counting the items illustrated on their worksheets.
Independent Practice (10 minutes):
1. Provide individual baskets with small toys or blocks. Ask the students to count the items in each basket and tell you how many items they have.
2. Encourage students to practice writing numbers 1-10 on their own mini whiteboards or in their notebooks.
Closure (10 minutes):
1. Gather the students in a circle.
2. Review the numbers 1-10 using the number chart.
3. Play a quick game of "Number Hunt": Call out a number and the students must find and stand by the flashcard displaying that number placed around the room.
4. Conclude with a recap and another fun counting song to reinforce learning.
5. Praise their effort and participation.
Assessment:
- Observe students during activities to ensure they can correctly count and identify numbers 1-10.
- Review their worksheets for correct tracing and matching of quantity to numerals.
- Provide gentle guidance and immediate feedback during independent practice to ensure understanding.
Extension Activities:
- For advanced students, introduce simple addition and subtraction using objects up to 10.
- Encourage students to practice counting in their daily activities, like counting steps, snack items, or toys at home.