Number Caterpillar — Simple Retell & Hands-On Play

Toddlers build comprehension through action, imitation, and repeated vocabulary.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Fairy Tales
• Learning area: Math
• Level: Toddler

Objectives

• Use 1–2 word responses
• Imitate actions
• Sort/match or count with support

Materials

• Picture cards/props
• Simple manipulatives
• Puppets

Instructions

Read a shortened version; act out key moments; invite toddlers to move props.

Educator tip

Use choices, not open-ended questions; model then hand over.

Assessment

Observe participation, pointing/labeling, matching/sorting attempts.

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• Number Caterpillar — Extension/Challenge Version
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• The Little Red Hen — Extension/Challenge Version