Counting skills are developed throughout the year. The target for this unit is counting to 10 by ones, but this number should not be the limit. It is crucial that students know the number names and count sequence and incorporate counting in daily activities in the classroom.
Use everyday moments to count aloud with your child, consider playtime, cleaning, riding in car, etc. In doing this, a child’s understanding of rote counting (saying numbers sequentially) is improved. Solidify counting within 10, but don’t deter them from trying. Then, continue going beyond.
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These are vocabulary words that students will be exposed to throughout the unit.
count
set
number
numeral
ten frame
five frame