Unit 1
Counting and Recognizing Numbers to 10
Unit 1 Overview:
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.
- Students will be able to rote count to 10
- Students will apply one-to-one correspondence (count once and only once) to count objects and know number names 0-10.
- Students will understand that a written number 0-10 can be used to represent any number of objects and use this understanding to identify written numerals to match sets of objects.
Home Activities
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.
Resources
Websites/Videos/Games
Other Resources
Article: Understanding Counting
Learn about the early stages of Math Development and the importance of counting and pre-counting experiences.
Here is a great list of books that focuses on counting. Check them out at your local library!
Math Words
These are vocabulary words that students will be exposed to throughout the unit.
count
set
number
numeral
ten frame
five frame
