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Use counting sequences of ones with two-digit numbers and beyond
Count forwards and backwards by ones from a given number to at least 120
Continue and create number patterns
Count forwards and backwards by twos from any starting point
Use counting sequences of ones and tens flexibly
Count forwards and backwards by tens, on and off the decade, with two- and three-digit numbers
Equipment
Equipment
Indoor or outdoor playing area
1 ball per student pair
Activity set-up
Activity set-up
Form student pairs
Set up playing area using existing plaground lines and/or boundaries
How to play
How to play
In pairs, players are back to back and pass a ball to one another while counting.
With one ball per pair, players pass the ball back and forth.
Ball must change hands completely.
Allow students time to explore different passes .
Teacher provides students with a starting number and a content focus e.g. count forwards by 2's, count backwards by tens.
Variations
Variations
Move apart and introduce new passes or positions (e.g. rolling along ground, bounce pass).
Students choose the counting sequence and starting number.
Students roll a dice to choose starting number.
Swap partners at the completion of each counting sequence.
Vary the ball type and size used.
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