Breaking Down 7 - Lesson for Preschool, Chapter - 6 & 7
In the lesson titled "Breaking Down 7," preschool students embark on an engaging journey to gain a deeper understanding of the number 7 and its significance in the realms of counting and basic arithmetic. This lesson is a crucial part of the "Counting to 10" unit, specifically designed for young learners in chapters 6 and 7.
Students will delve into various activities such as the "Build with 7 Worksheet" and the "Find 7 Worksheet," which are meticulously crafted to strengthen their ability to identify and construct groups of 7 using visual aids. These exercises are pivotal for developing a strong foundation in number recognition and quantification skills. Furthermore, the "Count and Match Groups of 6 and 7" activity utilizes both visuals and fingers, promoting hands-on learning and enhancing the students’ ability to compare and understand the relationship between numbers 6 and 7.
Understanding the number 7 and its placement within the sequence of counting to 10 is crucial for preschoolers as it lays the groundwork for more advanced mathematical concepts they will encounter in their academic journey. Mastering these skills at an early age fosters confidence, encourages mathematical curiosity, and supports cognitive development in young learners.
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Activity 1 / Build with 7 Worksheet
The best way for children to reinforce their counting and number sense is practice. Practice makes perfect, and this free PDF is a great way for your math star to practice counting groups with the number 7, using one-to-one picture representation. When kids first start learning how to count, picture representation gives them something tangible and concrete to tuck away in those brilliant brains!
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Activity 2 / Find 7 Worksheet
Seahorses are fascinating creatures, and they're even more interesting when they're brightly colored and in different numbered groups like they are on this free worksheet. It's a perfect way for your child to practice counting and one-to-one number representation skills in a way they'll enjoy. They'll count each of the seahorses they see in the groups and then using the given checkboxes, they'll sign off on groups that have 7 exactly.
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Activity 3 / Count and Match Groups of 6 and 7, using visuals and fingers - Quiz
This quiz assesses students’ ability to count groups of 6 and 7 by counting fingers or pictures.
