Lesson Plan for Nursery 1 - Numeracy - Oral Counting And Identification Of 0 - 30

**Lesson Plan: Oral Counting and Identification of Numbers 0-30** **Class:** Nursery 1 **Subject:** Numeracy **Topic:** Oral Counting and Identification of Numbers 0-30 **Duration:** 45 minutes **Objective:** - Students will be able to count orally from 0 to 30. - Students will be able to identify and recognize numbers from 0 to 30. **Materials Needed:** - Number chart (0-30) - Flashcards with numbers (0-30) - Counting objects (e.g., small toys, blocks, beads) - Whiteboard and markers - Number songs (optional) **Lesson Outline:** **1. Warm-Up Activity (5 minutes):** - Greet the students and gather them in a circle. - Begin with a fun counting song. Sing a song that counts numbers from 1 to 30 to capture their attention and set a positive tone for the lesson. - Examples: "The Numbers Song" or "Counting to 30 Song." **2. Introduction (5 minutes):** - Show the number chart (0-30) to the students. - Explain that today we are going to practice counting numbers and recognizing them. - Point to each number on the chart and say it out loud. Encourage students to repeat after you. **3. Guided Practice (10 minutes):** - Use the flashcards to show individual numbers one at a time. - Ask the students to call out the number they see on each flashcard. - Mix up the order of the flashcards to ensure they are recognizing the numbers rather than just memorizing the sequence. **4. Hands-On Activity (10 minutes):** - Distribute small counting objects (e.g., beads, blocks, or toys) to each student. - Give them a number between 0 and 30 and ask them to count out that many objects. - Once they have counted the objects, ask them to show and say the number they counted. **5. Independent Practice (10 minutes):** - Give each student a worksheet with numbers from 0 to 30 and ask them to trace the numbers. - Provide guidance as they trace to ensure they are forming the numbers correctly. **6. Review and Recap (5 minutes):** - Gather the students back in a circle. - Use the number chart again and review the numbers 0-30. - Randomly point to different numbers and ask students to call out the number. - Praise their efforts and correct any mistakes gently. **7. Closing Activity (Optional Music and Movement) (5 minutes):** - End the lesson with another fun counting song or a number dance. - Movements and songs help reinforce learning and keep the students engaged. **Assessment:** - Observe students during activities to check for understanding and correct identification of numbers. - Listen to students as they count aloud to ensure they are sequencing numbers correctly. - Review completed worksheets to assess their ability to trace and recognize numbers. **Differentiation:** - For advanced learners, provide higher numbers or mixed-up sequences to challenge their identification skills. - For students needing more support, work in smaller groups or one-on-one to provide additional practice. **Follow-Up:** - Encourage parents to practice counting and number identification at home. - Provide additional activities like number puzzles or games that reinforce counting and number recognition. **Reflection:** - After the lesson, reflect on what went well and what could be improved. - Take note of students' progress and any areas where further support might be needed. This lesson plan aims to build a strong foundation in numeracy for Nursery 1 students through engaging, interactive, and varied activities that cater to different learning styles.