This week we are focusing on recognizing, counting, and building numbers 11-15. I introduced a new game and the class had a great time. Each student received a brown paper bag and went to a bucket of unifix cubes. I gave them a "secret number" (11-15) that they had to count out the same number of cubes to hide in their bag. They went back to their table and took turns dumping out their cubes and their teammates had to count to guess their number. So simple and educational, but they thought it was a fun game.
Throughout the week, have your child count to at least 15. The end of the year goal is for them to be able to count to 100. Ideas: count stairs, food on their plate, legos, barbies, shoes, crayons, etc.
Also be on the "lookout" for numbers 11-15. Check your clock, cell phone, menus, tv adds, books, etc.
By talking with your children about numbers both at school and at home, they are more likely to have a better understanding of the numbers. It will also help them make connections. Happy counting!
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