# Lesson Plan: Oral Counting and Identification of Numbers 0 - 70
## Grade Level: Nursery 1
## Subject: Numeracy
### Lesson Duration:
45 minutes
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### Objectives:
1. Students will be able to orally count from 0 to 70.
2. Students will be able to identify and recognize the numbers from 0 to 70.
3. Students will develop confidence in counting and recognizing numbers.
### Materials Needed:
- Number flashcards (0 to 70)
- Number chart (0 to 70)
- Interactive whiteboard/smartboard
- Counters or small objects (e.g., blocks, beads)
- Stickers or stamps for rewards
### Lesson Outline:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Warm-up Activity:**
- Sing a counting song together to energize the students and grab their attention.
- Examples: "The Big Numbers Song" or "Let's Count to 100 by 1's".
2. **Introduction to Counting:**
- Explain to students that today they will learn to count all the way up to 70.
- Show the number chart (0 to 70) and point to each number as you count together as a class.
#### Teaching and Demonstration (10 minutes)
1. **Flashcard Activity:**
- Use the number flashcards (0 to 70). Hold up each card one at a time and have students call out the number together.
- Emphasize correct pronunciation and clarity.
2. **Interactive Whiteboard Activity:**
- Display numbers on the whiteboard and ask individual students to come up and identify specific numbers.
- Use a pointing tool or laser pointer to make it interactive.
#### Guided Practice (10 minutes)
1. **Counting with Objects:**
- Distribute small objects (blocks, beads) to each student.
- Practice counting objects in groups from 0 to 10, then advance to higher numbers up to 70 if possible.
- Encourage students to count aloud while placing the objects in a line.
2. **Number Recognition Game:**
- Arrange flashcards on the floor or table in a random order.
- Call out a number and have students quickly find and point to the correct flashcard.
#### Independent Practice (10 minutes)
1. **Worksheet Activity:**
- Hand out simple worksheets featuring the numbers 0-70 with missing numbers in sequences.
- Ask students to fill in the missing numbers.
2. **Individual Counting:**
- Have students practice counting aloud in small groups or with a partner.
- Walk around and offer assistance and positive reinforcement.
#### Conclusion (5 minutes)
1. **Recap and Review:**
- Reiterate the importance of counting and recognizing numbers.
- Ask random students to count from a specific range (e.g., 20 to 30) to check understanding.
2. **Reward/Encouragement:**
- Give out stickers or stamps as a reward for participation and effort.
- Encourage students to practice counting at home with their parents.
### Assessment:
- Observe students during guided and independent practice to assess their counting and number recognition skills.
- Use the completed worksheets to evaluate their understanding.
### Extensions:
- For advanced students, introduce simple addition and subtraction using the numbers they have learned.
- For students needing more support, provide additional one-on-one time focusing on smaller number ranges (0-10) before advancing.
### Notes:
- Be patient and provide plenty of positive reinforcement.
- Keep the activities dynamic and engaging to maintain the students' attention.
- Adapt the lesson to accommodate different learning styles and paces.
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By the end of this lesson, students should be more confident in their ability to count and recognize numbers from 0 to 70, setting a solid foundation for further numeracy skills.