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Lesson Plan

Counting up to 5 - Ten Frame Counting to 5

Kindergarten (K) - Math

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LEARNING TARGET

  • Students will be able to identify and count the number of spaces on a ten frame.
  • Students will be able to recognize and name numbers 1-5.
  • Students will be able to count to 5 by answering questions about how many places on the ten frame are filled.
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LEARNING PROGRESSION

PREREQUISITE SKILL

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EXTENSION SKILL

Counting up to 5 - Write the Number

DURATION
  • Introduction (5 minutes)
  • Instruction (15 minutes)
  • Guided Practice (15 minutes)
  • Independent Practice (15 minutes)
  • Exit Card Formative Assessment (5 minutes)
  • Closure (5 minutes)
MATERIALS
  • Ten frames (at least 5)
  • Counters (at least 50)
  • Whiteboard and markers
VOCABULARY
  • Ten frame
  • Count
  • Add
  • Number
  • Filled
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TEACHING RESOURCES

CENTERS & TASK CARDS

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WORKSHEET PACK

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5 AND 1 INTERVENTIONS

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    LESSON INSTRUCTION

    INTRODUCTION
    1. Show students a ten frame and ask them if they know what it is.
    2. Introduce the concept of counting to 5 and explain that we will use ten frames to help us count.
    3. Ask students to count to 5 with you, pointing to each number on the ten frame as you count.
    INSTRUCTION
    1. Show students a ten frame with some spaces filled in with counters.
    2. Ask students to count the number of counters on the ten frame and name the corresponding number.
    3. Explain that we can also count the number of spaces on the ten frame that are filled in to find the number.
    4. Ask students to count the number of spaces filled in on the ten frame and name the corresponding number.
    GUIDED PRACTICE
    1. Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a ten frame and counters.
    2. Instruct students to work together to fill in the ten frame and count the number of spaces that are filled in to find the number.
    3. Circulate around the room to provide support and guidance as needed.

      INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
      1. Instruct students to work independently to fill in their own ten frames and count the number of spaces that are filled in to find the number.
      2. Monitor students' progress and provide support as needed.

        HOMEWORK
        1. Provide a take-home worksheet with ten frames and counting tasks for numbers 1 to 5 for additional practice.

          EXIT TICKET
          1. Distribute exit cards with a simple ten frame task (e.g., representing a number between 1 and 5 on a ten frame).
          2. Ask students to complete the task independently and hand in their exit cards before leaving.

            ASSESSMENT
            1. Use completed worksheets and exit cards to assess student understanding and progress.
            2. Provide feedback to students and adjust future lessons as necessary.

              CLOSURE
              1. Review the objectives of the lesson and ask students to share what they learned.
              2. Encourage students to practice counting and using ten frames at home.

                EXTENSION
                1. Introduce counting to 10 using the ten frame in a future lesson.
                2. Provide opportunities for students to create their own ten frame problems to share with classmates.
                INTERVENTION
                1. Provide one-on-one or small group support for students who need additional help with counting and using ten frames.
                2. Use visual aids, such as number lines or charts, to help students struggling with counting and number recognition.
                3. Encourage peer support and collaboration, pairing students who may need extra assistance with those who have a stronger grasp of the concept.
                4. Modify the lesson and materials to accommodate any learning or physical disabilities, ensuring all students can participate in the activities.
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                TEACHING TIPS

                • Use a variety of manipulatives to maintain student interest and cater to different learning styles.
                • Reinforce the connection between spoken numbers and their written form to help students better understand the concept.
                • Encourage students to verbalize their thought process as they place manipulatives on the ten frame to foster a deeper understanding.
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                STUDENT MISCONCEPTIONS

                • Students may assume that the ten frame must always be filled completely; clarify that it can represent numbers less than 10.
                • Students might confuse the position of the manipulative on the ten frame with the actual number; emphasize counting as they place each object.
                • Some students may not understand the purpose of the ten frame as a visualization tool; reiterate its role in helping them grasp the concept of numbers within 10.
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                STANDARD

                Common Core Standard:

                K.CC.A.1 Part 1 - Count to 10 by ones.

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