Mathematics - Term 3 - Week 10

Today, we will learn about numbers from 1 to 20. We will practice counting together as a class. I will show you a number line, and we will point to each number as we say it out loud. This will help us recognize the numbers and understand their order.

Next, we will explore patterns. A pattern is something that repeats in a certain order. We can make patterns with colors, shapes, or even sounds. I will show you a pattern using colored blocks, and we will discuss what comes next. For example, if I have a red block, a blue block, and a red block again, what comes next? Yes, it’s blue!

Let’s count together from 1 to 10. I will hold up my fingers, and you will count with me. After that, we will count to 20 using our number line. This will help us practice our counting skills and recognize the numbers visually.

I will demonstrate how to create a simple pattern using colored beads. I will string a red bead, a blue bead, and a red bead again. Then, I will ask you what color comes next. You will see that the pattern is repeating. Now, let’s create our own patterns using different colored paper shapes!

Now, let’s practice counting with objects. I will give each of you a set of 10 small blocks. Count them out loud as you place them in a line. After everyone has counted, we will come together and share how many blocks we have. This will reinforce our counting skills.

In pairs, you will create your own patterns using colored paper shapes. Choose two colors and arrange them in a repeating sequence. Once you finish, we will walk around the classroom to see everyone’s patterns and discuss what we notice about them.

For your independent practice, you will complete a counting worksheet. It will have pictures of objects, and you will need to count how many there are and write the number next to each picture. This will help you practice your counting skills on your own.

You will also play a pattern matching game. I will give you cards with different patterns on them. Your task is to find the matching pairs and explain the pattern to your partner. This will help you reinforce your understanding of patterns.

• 4
• 6
• 7
• 5

Answer: 6

The number that comes after 5 is 6.

• Red, Blue, Red
• Red, Green, Yellow
• Blue, Blue, Blue

Answer: Red, Blue, Red

A pattern repeats in a specific order, and 'Red, Blue, Red' repeats the colors.

Answer: 5

There are 5 fingers on one hand.

• Square
• Triangle
• Circle

Answer: Square

The pattern alternates between Circle and Square, so the next shape is Square.

Answer: 10

When you count to 10, the last number is 10.

• 5
• 10
• 15
• 20

Answer: 10

A set of 10 contains exactly 10 blocks.

• 1
• 2
• Apple
• 3

Answer: Apple

Apple is a word, not a number.

Answer: 1

The first number in counting is 1.