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Welcome to Counting! – Greetings, little mathematicians! – Today’s goal: Count to 3 – We’ll use pictures and objects to count – Counting shows quantity – Like counting apples: 1, 2, 3 – Practice with fun activities – We’ll play games to learn counting | This slide is designed to introduce Pre-K students to the concept of counting up to 3. Start the lesson with a warm welcome and explain that counting is a way to determine how many items are present. Use tangible items like fruits, toys, or blocks to visually demonstrate counting from 1 to 3. Engage the children with interactive activities such as counting claps, jumps, or objects in the classroom. Encourage participation and make sure to praise their efforts to build confidence. The goal is to make counting feel like a fun and accessible activity for the students.

Let’s Learn to Count to 3! – What is counting? – Counting means saying numbers one after the other. – Counting everyday things – We can count toys, fingers, or steps we take! – Practice counting: 1, 2, 3 – Let’s say together: one, two, three! | This slide introduces the concept of counting to preschoolers. Start by explaining that counting is when we say numbers one after the other. Use relatable examples like counting toys, fingers, or steps to make the concept tangible for young learners. Engage the class in a fun counting activity by practicing counting to three together. Encourage them to use their fingers to count and reinforce the learning with visual aids like pictures or actual objects. The goal is to make counting feel like a natural and fun part of their everyday life.

Counting on Frames: Up to 3 – Counting frames show numbers visually – It’s like a picture of numbers with slots for items – Each frame slot holds one item – Imagine putting one toy in each slot – Fill the frame to count to three – When all slots are full, we’ve counted to three! | This slide introduces counting frames as a visual tool to help Pre-K students understand the concept of numbers up to 3. Each slot in the counting frame represents one unit. By placing an item in each slot, children can physically see the number they are counting to. This hands-on approach is effective for young learners as it allows them to engage with the counting process actively. Encourage students to use items like blocks or beads to fill the slots, reinforcing the one-to-one correspondence between the item and the number. This activity can be done individually or in small groups to promote collaborative learning. As an extension, students can practice counting out loud as they place each item in a slot.

Let’s Count Together: Counting to One – Observe the counting frame – ‘One’ for a single item – When there’s only one item, we use the number ‘one’ – Point and say ‘one’ – Use your finger to point at the single item on the frame – Practice counting aloud | This slide introduces the concept of counting to one using a counting frame. Start by showing the students a counting frame with one item on it. Explain that when we see only one item, we say the number ‘one’. Encourage the children to point to the item on the frame and say ‘one’ out loud. This activity helps to reinforce the concept of one-to-one correspondence, which is the foundation of counting. Make sure to praise the students as they participate and correct them gently if they make a mistake. Repeat the activity several times to ensure that the concept is understood and remembered.

Counting on Frames: Adding More! – Start with 2 items on the frame – Count together: 1, 2 – Celebrate counting to 2 – Great counting! You did it! – Ready to add one more? – What comes after 2? Let’s find out! | This slide is designed to engage Pre-K students in counting with the help of a frame. Start by showing them a frame with 2 items. Encourage the students to count aloud together. After successfully counting to 2, praise their effort to reinforce positive learning. Then, introduce the concept of adding one more item to the frame, prompting them to think about what number comes next. This exercise not only teaches counting but also introduces basic addition. For the activity, consider using physical frames and items like blocks or counters to make the learning experience tactile and interactive.

Counting to 3 with Frames – Our frame has 3 items – A frame is filled with 3 objects like apples – Counting together: 1, 2, 3 – We’ll count each item in the frame aloud – Celebrate counting to 3 – After counting, we cheer for our achievement! | This slide is designed to introduce Pre-K students to counting using a visual aid called a frame. The frame will contain 3 items, such as blocks or apples, to help the children visualize the number 3. The teacher will guide the students to count the items in the frame together, reinforcing the numbers 1 to 3. After successfully counting to 3, the class will celebrate the accomplishment to encourage participation and make learning fun. The teacher should ensure that each child is engaged and has the opportunity to practice counting with the frame. This activity can be repeated with different sets of items to solidify the concept.

Class Activity: Fill Our Frames – It’s your turn to fill the frames – Use objects to count to 3 – For example, use 3 blocks to fill a frame – Say numbers out loud while counting – Counting ‘1, 2, 3’ helps us remember the order – Can you fill all the frames correctly? | This activity is designed to help Pre-K students practice counting to 3 using tangible objects and auditory reinforcement. Provide each student with a frame and a set of small objects (e.g., blocks, buttons, or beads). Instruct them to place the objects into the frame one by one, counting out loud as they do so. This will help them associate the number words with the quantity they represent. Monitor the students as they work, offering encouragement and correcting any mistakes in counting. Possible variations of the activity could include using different colored objects for each number, having students pass the frame to a peer after filling it to promote sharing, or incorporating a song or rhyme that includes counting to three.

Counting Review: Fun with Numbers! – Counting is fun and useful – Counting frames show numbers – A counting frame has blocks to count up to 3 – We can count things we see – Toys, fingers, and cookies can be counted – Practice makes perfect | This slide is a review of the previous lessons on counting. Emphasize to the students that counting is not only fun but also a practical skill that helps us in everyday life. Show them a counting frame and demonstrate how each block represents one number, making it easier to visualize and understand the concept of numbers up to 3. Encourage the children to look around and count objects they interact with daily, like their toys or snacks, to reinforce the idea that counting is everywhere. During the class, engage the students in counting activities and games to solidify their understanding and make the learning process enjoyable.

Goodbye and Great Counting! – Fantastic job counting to 3! – Practice counting at home – Try counting toys or snacks – Keep up the great work – Excited for more math fun! – Next time, we’ll count even higher! | This slide is meant to congratulate the Pre-K students on their achievement in learning to count to 3. It’s important to encourage them to continue practicing at home, perhaps by counting familiar items like toys or snacks to make the activity engaging and relevant. Reinforce the idea that practice is fun and an essential part of learning. Let them know that their hard work is appreciated and that you’re looking forward to seeing them in the next class, where they will have the opportunity to learn and explore more math concepts. The goal is to end the lesson on a positive note, leaving the students excited and motivated for their next math adventure.