Lesson Plan for Nursery 2 - Numeracy - Counting/identification Of Numbers 1 - 900

**Lesson Plan for Numeracy: Counting/Identification of Numbers 1-100** **Grade Level:** Nursery 2 (Ages 4-5) **Subject:** Numeracy **Topic:** Counting/Identification of Numbers 1-100 **Duration:** 60 minutes ### **Objective:** - Students will be able to count from 1 to 100. - Students will be able to identify and recognize the numbers 1 to 100. ### **Materials Needed:** - Number flashcards (1-100) - Number chart (1-100) - Counting songs (available on YouTube or audio files) - Whiteboard and markers - Colorful markers or crayons - Worksheets with number activities - Small objects for counting (e.g., buttons, blocks) - Interactive counting games on tablets/computers (optional) ### **Activities:** **1. Warm-Up (10 minutes):** - **Song and Dance:** Begin with a fun counting song to engage students. Play a popular counting song such as “The Big Numbers Song” or “Counting to 100 Song.” Encourage students to sing and dance along. **2. Introduction to Numbers (15 minutes):** - **Number Chart Exploration:** Show the students a large number chart from 1-100. Point to and say each number together as a class from 1 to 100. Emphasize the patterns seen in the numbers (e.g., 10, 20, 30…). - **Interactive Flashcards:** Use number flashcards to help students identify each number. Show a flashcard one by one and ask students to call out the number. **3. Counting Practice (15 minutes):** - **Group Counting:** Have students count aloud as a group from 1 to 100 in increments (e.g., 1-10, 11-20, etc.), ensuring everyone gets a chance to participate. - **Individual Practice:** Give each student a set of small objects (buttons, blocks) and ask them to count out specific quantities as you call out different numbers (e.g., “Can you give me 15 buttons?”). **4. Number Identification Activity (10 minutes):** - **Worksheet Activity:** Hand out worksheets with numbers 1-100. The worksheets should have various activities like coloring the number 7, drawing a circle around 15, etc. - **Matching Game:** Create a matching game where students match number cards with corresponding number groups of objects. **5. Closing Activity (10 minutes):** - **Question and Answer:** Ask questions to reinforce the lesson. For example, “What comes after 21?” or “Can you show me number 50 on the chart?” - **Interactive Game:** If available, use a digital game or app to help reinforce number identification. Ensure it’s an engaging and educational tool suitable for the students’ age group. ### **Assessment:** - **Observation:** Monitor students as they participate in group counting and individual activities, noting their ability to identify numbers and count correctly. - **Worksheets:** Collect and review the worksheets to assess each student's understanding and accuracy in identifying numbers. - **Informal Q&A:** Use the closing activity to gauge each child's grasp of numbers 1-100 through their responses and participation. ### **Homework/Extension Activity:** - **Number Hunt:** Encourage students to go on a number hunt at home. Ask parents to work with their children to find numbers around the house (e.g., on clocks, calendars, books) and practice writing them down. ### **Teaching Tips:** - **Repetition is Key:** Young children learn through repetition, so ensure frequent practice. - **Use Positive Reinforcement:** Praise and encourage students for their participation and effort. - **Variety:** Use varied teaching materials (songs, games, tangible objects) to cater to different learning styles. ### **Conclusion:** Wrap up the lesson by revisiting the counting song from the warm-up, allowing students to reinforce their learning in a fun and interactive way. Ensure each child leaves with a sense of accomplishment and enthusiasm for numbers.