Lesson Plan for Nursery 2 - Numeracy - Counting/identification Of Numbers 1 - 250

**Lesson Plan: Numeracy - Counting and Identification of Numbers 1-250** **Grade Level:** Nursery 2 (Age 4-5) **Duration:** 60 minutes **Objective:** By the end of the lesson, students will be able to confidently recognize, count, and identify numbers from 1 to 250. **Materials Needed:** - Number flashcards (1-250) - Number chart (1-250) - Counting objects (e.g., blocks, beads) - Interactive whiteboard or large chart paper - Markers - Number coloring sheets - Stickers or stamps - Number songs (audio) **Introduction (10 minutes):** 1. **Warm-Up Activity:** - Sing a number song that involves counting up to 20 to capture the students' attention and create a fun learning environment. - Display a large number chart (1-250) and have a brief discussion about numbers. Ask students if they recognize any numbers on the chart. **Direct Instruction (15 minutes):** 1. **Number Display:** - Use number flashcards to show numbers 1-20 sequentially. Display each card and say the number aloud. Have students repeat after you. - Gradually introduce higher numbers by adding ten numbers at a time (e.g., 21-30, 31-40, etc.). - Encourage students to identify numbers that are familiar to them. 2. **Counting Practice:** - Use counting objects to practice counting. Start with a small number of objects and gradually increase to larger numbers (up to 20 initially). - Demonstrate counting objects in groups (e.g., counting blocks by tens up to 100). **Guided Practice (15 minutes):** 1. **Interactive Counting:** - Divide the class into small groups and give each group a set of counting objects. - Assign a specific range of numbers to each group (e.g., 1-50, 51-100, etc.). Have them count out the objects and place a matching number card with the group. - Rotate around the room to provide support and ensure accuracy. 2. **Number Identification Game:** - Play a game where students pick a number flashcard from a pile and find that number on the large number chart. - Provide positive reinforcement (e.g., stickers) for correct identification. **Independent Practice (10 minutes):** 1. **Number Coloring Sheet:** - Distribute number coloring sheets with numbers from 1-100. Have students color each number and practice saying the numbers aloud as they color. 2. **Number Trace:** - Provide worksheets where students can trace numbers from 1-250. Encourage them to say each number as they trace it. **Conclusion (5 minutes):** 1. **Review and Recap:** - Gather the students and review key points from the lesson. Encourage students to share what they learned. - Sing another number song that includes a higher count (e.g., counting to 50). 2. **Assign Homework:** - Ask students to practice counting objects around their house with their parents and share their findings in the next class. - Provide a simplified number chart for home practice. **Assessment:** - Observe students during activities for understanding and correct identification of numbers. - Take note of students' ability to count objects accurately. - Use the completed number coloring and tracing sheets to assess individual understanding. **Extension Activities:** - Introduce fun counting books during storytime. - Use technology (tablets or computer games) that involve number recognition and counting for further practice. - Plan a "Number Hunt" in the classroom where students find hidden numbers and match them to the correct sequence on a chart. **Reflective Notes:** - After the lesson, reflect on what worked well and what might need adjustment. Consider individual student needs and plan for differentiated instruction in future lessons.