One of the most interesting aspects of early childhood education is teaching numbers. Children in the age of 3-5 are inquisitive in nature and are fond of discovering patterns, shapes and numbers. Teaching preschoolers how to count to 1-20 can be easy when it is done in fun and interesting manners. Parents and teachers can make the learning of numbers happy with fun techniques rather than memorizing numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This article will examine how to teach numbers between 1-20 in order to make the teaching fun and easy, the importance of teaching number recognition and some practical activities that will help children to enjoy it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mathematics is based on numbers. Memorizing 1-20 in preschool classes will assist children:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The exposure to numbers at an early age brings about confidence and preconditions future success in math.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The following are some of the exciting ways that can be employed by parents and teachers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. To Count is to have an object in each case<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Teaching numbers is best done with daily objects which is one of the most fun ways to teach numbers. Enumerate the number of fruits, toys, spoons or books at home. This renders numbers convenient and simple to comprehend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. Number Songs and Rhymes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Kids love music! Singing songs such as one, two, buckle my shoe are useful in learning numbers among children. Memory is stimulated by repetition in music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. Number Charts and Flashcards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pictorial representation is effective in number learning in preschool. Present flash cards that have numbers and pictures (such as 5 apples) to relate numbers and quantities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 4. Play Dough Numbers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Get children to form numbers using play dough. This enhances the motor skills and facilitates teaching numbers to preschoolers in a more practical way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5. Hopscotch Counting Game<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Prepare the ground and draw the numbers 1-20 and allow the kids to jump on them counting aloud. It is an active number play among children which involves both learning and moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 6. Storytelling with Numbers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Read short stories that have numbers, such as three little rabbits that went to the garden. This ties the imagination to learning numbers among children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 7. Counting with Snacks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Snack time is a wonderful opportunity to do activities to explain numbers 1-20. Add crackers, grapes, or count biscuits then eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 8. Pairs of Numbers and Objects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Provide children with cards with numbers and ask them to choose the same amount of things (e.g. card “7” 7 blocks).<\/p>\n\n\n\n 9. Digital Learning Games<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Technology provides interactive applications and number games to children that help to keep them active. Select applications of different colors in accordance with the age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10. Number Puzzles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Preschool number learning can be done with wooden or cardboard puzzles with numbers. Kids are taught order as they solve puzzles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 11. Clapping and Jumping Numbers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Make children applaud or jump as per the number. Exercise: Applaud 5 times the number 5. This associates numbers with physical behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 12. Art and Craft with Numbers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Promote the use of colors, glitter or stickers to draw or decorate the numbers by kids. Numbers can be taught always through creative fun methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 13. Nature Walk Counting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When walking around, make the kids count leaf, flower or stones. Preschool counting activities are achieved through real-life activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 14. Number Line Activity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Write a number line between 1-20 on the floor. Children are able to walk on it as they recite numbers. This brings about order and sequencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read more :<\/strong> 1 to 100 Even Numbers and Odd Numbers: Explained for Beginners<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 15. Group Games with Friends<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Arrange little contests such as the Pass the Ball when they count the number of times the ball is passed. There is nothing like learning together.<\/p>\n\n\n\nParent and Teacher Advice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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