**Lesson Plan: Counting and Identification of Numbers 1-700**
**Grade Level:** Nursery 2
**Duration:** 1 hour
**Subject:** Numeracy
**Topic:** Counting and Identification of Numbers 1-700
**Objective:**
- Students will be able to count from 1 to 700.
- Students will be able to identify numbers from 1 to 700 when shown in various forms (flashcards, number charts, written, etc.).
**Materials:**
- Number flashcards (1-700)
- Number chart (1-700)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Numeracy tablets or pre-printed worksheets
- Interactive counting songs
- Counting toys or counters (e.g., beads, blocks)
**Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. **Greeting and Warm-up:** Begin with a greeting and a fun, interactive counting song to get the students excited and ready for the lesson.
2. **Objective Introduction:** Briefly explain to the students what they will learn today - counting and identifying numbers from 1 to 700.
**Direct Instruction (15 minutes):**
1. **Number Chart Introduction:** Display the number chart (1-700) on the whiteboard. Point to the numbers while counting out loud with the students.
2. **Flashcards:** Show flashcards numbered 1 to 100 for now, and ask students to call out the numbers as you show them. Gradually increase the number range as they become comfortable.
3. **Demonstration:** Write random numbers within the range on the board and ask students to identify them aloud.
**Guided Practice (15 minutes):**
1. **Counting Together:** Use the number chart and count together as a class from 1 to 700, breaking it into manageable segments (like counting by tens after 100).
2. **Interactive Practice:** Give each student a chance to come up to the board and point to a number you call out. Provide assistance as needed.
3. **Flashcard Game:** In pairs or small groups, have students use flashcards to practice identifying numbers with their peers.
**Independent Practice (10 minutes):**
1. **Worksheets/Tablets:** Provide worksheets or numeracy tablets where students can practice identifying and writing numbers from 1 to 700.
2. **Counting Toys:** Give students counting toys to practice counting in small groups or individually.
**Assessment (5 minutes):**
1. **Quick Quiz:** Show students a random assortment of numbers (using the number flashcards or writing them on the board) and ask students to identify them.
2. **Observation:** Throughout the lesson, observe individual student participation and understanding to provide feedback.
**Closure (5 minutes):**
1. **Recap:** Summarize what was covered in the lesson.
2. **Praise:** Give positive feedback and praise efforts.
3. **Goodbye Song:** End the lesson on a positive note with a fun, engaging goodbye song that features numbers.
**Extension Activities:**
- Provide additional number worksheets for practice at home.
- Suggest counting games and apps for parents to use at home.
- Incorporate number identification into daily classroom routines (like counting the number of students, items, etc.).
**Reflection:**
- Take notes on what worked well and what areas students struggled with.
- Adjust subsequent lessons based on this reflection to ensure all students progress effectively with their numeracy skills.