Counting Dinosaurs
Counting with concrete objects builds foundational math skills and number sense.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: Dinosaurs
- Learning area: Numeracy
- Level: Levels 1-3
Objectives
- Count objects one-to-one
- Recognize numbers 1-5
- Compare quantities (more/less)
Materials
- Plastic dinosaurs
- Number cards 1-5
- Counting trays
Instructions
Place dinosaurs on trays and count together. Match groups to number cards.
Educator tip
Touch each dinosaur while counting to reinforce one-to-one correspondence.
Assessment
Observe counting accuracy and numeral recognition.