Mathematics
Kindergarten
10 min
Count to 5
Count objects from 1 to 5
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Say the number names in order from 1 to 5.
Count up to 5 objects one by one.
Recognize the written numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Match a number (1-5) to a group of objects.
Show a number (1-5) using their fingers.
Understand that the last number counted is the total number of objects.
How many fingers are on one hand? 🖐️ Let's count them together!
Today, we will learn our first numbers! We will learn to count up to 5. Counting helps us know 'how many' things we have.
Real-World Applications
Counting your yummy snacks 🥨
Counting your favorite toys 🚗
Counting friends playing a game 👧
Counting the wheels on a tricycle 🚲
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
NumberA number tells us how many of something there are.The number for these balls is 3. ⚽⚽⚽
CountTo say numbers in order for a group of things.Let's count the stars: 1, 2, 3, 4. ⭐⭐⭐⭐
One (1)The very first number when we start counting.There is one sun in the sky. ☀️
Three (3)The number that comes after two.The stoplight has three colors. 🚦
Five (5)The number that comes after four.A starfish has five arms. 🌟
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Core Formulas
The Counting Order Rule
1 \rightarrow 2 \rightarrow 3 \rightarrow 4 \rightarrow 5
We always say our numbers in the same order.
The Touch and Count Rule
\text{Object} \leftrightarrow \text{Number}
Touch each object only one time as you say a number.
The 'How Many?' Rule
\text{Last Number} = \text{Total}
The last number you say tells you how many there are in all.
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Challenging
Mia has more than 1 cookie but fewer than 4 cookies. She does NOT have 2 cookies. How many cookies does she have? 🍪
A.1
B.5
C.3
D.4
Challenging
A ladybug has 2 spots on its left wing and 1 spot on its right wing. Which picture shows the total number of spots?
A.🐞 (with 4 spots)
B.🐞 (with 3 spots)
C.🐞 (with 5 spots)
D.🐞 (with 2 spots)
Challenging
There are 5 flowers. 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷 Some are red and some are yellow. There are more red flowers than yellow flowers. How many red flowers could there be?
A.2
B.1
C.5
D.4
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