Lesson Plan for Toddler - Number Work - Oral Counting 1 - 40

Sure! Here’s a simple and engaging lesson plan for toddlers focusing on oral counting from 1 to 40: **Lesson Plan: Oral Counting 1-40** --- **Objective:** - Students will be able to count orally from 1 to 40. - Students will begin to develop number recognition up to 40. --- **Materials Needed:** - Number flashcards from 1 to 40 - Number chart 1 to 40 - Counting songs (e.g., videos or audio recordings) - Small objects for counting (e.g., blocks, beads) - Sticker charts - Picture books featuring numbers - Whiteboard and markers --- **Lesson Duration:** 30 minutes --- **Activity Outline:** 1. **Circle Time Introduction (5 minutes):** - Gather students in a circle. - Briefly introduce the topic of the day: Oral Counting. - Explain that they will be learning to count from 1 to 40. 2. **Warm-Up Song (5 minutes):** - Play a counting song that goes up to 40. Songs like "Counting to 40" can be engaging and fun. - Encourage children to sing along and move their bodies to the rhythm. 3. **Interactive Counting (10 minutes):** - Use the number chart 1 to 40. - Point to each number on the chart and count aloud with the children. - Make it interactive by having children point to the numbers as they count. 4. **Guided Counting with Objects (5 minutes):** - Distribute small objects (e.g., blocks or beads) to the children. - Count the objects together out loud, placing them into groups of 10 to make it easier. - Reinforce counting in sequence by having each child count a portion of the objects. 5. **Flashcard Fun (5 minutes):** - Show number flashcards in random order. - Ask the children to say the number aloud as quickly as they can. - Use praise and encouragement to engage all learners. 6. **Wrap-Up and Review (5 minutes):** - Recap what was learned by counting from 1 to 40 one more time together. - Praise their efforts and encourage them to practice counting at home. - Use sticker charts to track progress and celebrate achievements. 7. **Story Time (5 minutes, if time allows):** - Read a picture book that incorporates numbers and counting. This can be a fun way to reinforce the concept in a different context. --- **Assessment:** - Observe children during the activities to ensure they are participating and trying to count along. - Note if any child is struggling and provide additional support or repetition as needed. --- **Extension Activities:** - Provide number coloring sheets (1 to 40) for students who finish early or need extra practice. - Send home a copy of the number chart for additional practice with parents. --- **Note:** Adjust the pace of the lesson based on the students’ engagement and understanding. Reinforce concepts through repetition and positive reinforcement.


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