Counting Collections in Baskets

Children gather a basket of objects and count their collection in their own way. They build cardinality through ownership of materials.

• Framework: Reggio Emilia
• Unit: Mathematics & Logical Thinking
• Learning area: Number Sense & Quantity
• Level: Ages 3-4

Materials

• Small baskets x 12
• Object collection (shells, corks, buttons)
• Sorting trays
• Recording sheets

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