Mathematics
Kindergarten
10 min
Represent numbers up to 5
Show numbers with pictures
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Recognize the numerals 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Count a group of up to 5 objects accurately.
Match a numeral (1-5) to a group of objects.
Show a number up to 5 using their fingers.
By the end of of this lesson, students will be able to draw a picture to show a number up to 5.
Write the numerals 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
How many spots are on this ladybug? 🐞 Let's learn to count them!
Today, we will learn all about numbers 1 to 5! We will count, draw, and play with numbers. It will be so much fun! 🎉
Real-World Applications
Counting your yummy snacks 🍎
Counting the wheels on a car 🚗
Giving high-fives to friends 🖐️
Counting the pets in your home 🐶
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
NumberA number tells us 'how many' of something there are.There are 3️⃣ apples. The number is three.
NumeralA numeral is the symbol we write for a number.The numeral for the number three is '3'.
CountTo say numbers in order to find how many.We count the balls: '1, 2, 3, 4'. ⚽⚽⚽⚽
GroupA few things that are together.A group of 2 stars. ⭐⭐
MatchTo put a number and a group together.Match the numeral '5' to 🖐️ fingers.
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Core Formulas
One-to-One Counting Rule
1 Object = 1 Count
When you count, touch each object only one time. Give each object just one number.
Number Match Rule
Numeral '3' = 🍎🍎🍎
The numeral you write must show how many things are in the group.
Last Number Rule
Count '1, 2, 3, 4' -> Total is 4
The last number you say when counting a group is the total number.
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Challenging
Which box does NOT show the number 4?
A.🚗🚗🚗🚗
B.||||
C.The word 'four'
D.🖐️
Challenging
A ten frame has 5 spots on top. It has ⚫️⚫️ dots. How many more dots are needed to make 5?
A.1
B.2
C.3
D.4
Challenging
Which of these is TRUE?
A.⭐️⭐️ is more than ⭐️⭐️⭐️
B.🖐️ is the same as 4
C.🔴🔴🔴🔴 is less than 🔴🔴🔴
D.||| is the same as 🤟
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