Counting Down to Takeoff

Countdown activities connect numeracy to real-world experiences and build both forward and backward counting fluency.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Air Travel
• Learning area: Numeracy
• Level: Levels 1-3

Objectives

• Count forward and backward
• Recognize numbers on a number line
• Practice one-to-one correspondence

Materials

• Large number line
• Number cards 1-20
• Counters

Instructions

Practice counting forward and backward using airplane takeoff and rocket launch themes.

Educator tip

Record a countdown video with the class to play during transitions and celebrations.

Assessment

Observe counting accuracy in both directions at appropriate developmental level.

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