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Lesson Plan
Counting up to 5 - Ten Frame Counting to 5
Kindergarten (K) - Math
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.
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
TEACHING RESOURCES
CENTERS & TASK CARDS
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IEP GOAL WORKBOOKS
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WORKSHEET PACKS
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5 AND 1 INTERVENTIONS
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GAMES
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ACTIVITIES
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LESSON INSTRUCTION
INTRODUCTION
- Show students a ten frame and ask them if they know what it is.
- Introduce the concept of counting to 5 and explain that we will use ten frames to help us count.
- Ask students to count to 5 with you, pointing to each number on the ten frame as you count.
INSTRUCTION
- Show students a ten frame with some spaces filled in with counters.
- Ask students to count the number of counters on the ten frame and name the corresponding number.
- Explain that we can also count the number of spaces on the ten frame that are filled in to find the number.
- Ask students to count the number of spaces filled in on the ten frame and name the corresponding number.
GUIDED PRACTICE
- Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a ten frame and counters.
- 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.
- Circulate around the room to provide support and guidance as needed.
INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
- 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.
- Monitor students' progress and provide support as needed.
HOMEWORK
- Provide a take-home worksheet with ten frames and counting tasks for numbers 1 to 5 for additional practice.
EXIT TICKET
- Distribute exit cards with a simple ten frame task (e.g., representing a number between 1 and 5 on a ten frame).
- Ask students to complete the task independently and hand in their exit cards before leaving.
ASSESSMENT
- Use completed worksheets and exit cards to assess student understanding and progress.
- Provide feedback to students and adjust future lessons as necessary.
CLOSURE
- Review the objectives of the lesson and ask students to share what they learned.
- Encourage students to practice counting and using ten frames at home.
EXTENSION
- Introduce counting to 10 using the ten frame in a future lesson.
- Provide opportunities for students to create their own ten frame problems to share with classmates.
INTERVENTION
- Provide one-on-one or small group support for students who need additional help with counting and using ten frames.
- Use visual aids, such as number lines or charts, to help students struggling with counting and number recognition.
- Encourage peer support and collaboration, pairing students who may need extra assistance with those who have a stronger grasp of the concept.
- Modify the lesson and materials to accommodate any learning or physical disabilities, ensuring all students can participate in the activities.
VIDEOS
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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.
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.
STANDARD
Common Core Standard:
K.CC.A.1 Part 1 - Count to 10 by ones.
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