Count Horizontally - Lesson for Kindergarten, Chapter - Counting to Tell How Many

In the "Count Horizontally" lesson, Kindergarten students will embark on a fascinating journey to master counting and understanding numbers up to 20. This lesson is a key part of the "Counting to Tell How Many" chapter, situated within the broader "Counting and Cardinality up to 20" unit. Through engaging activities such as the "Counting Fun Worksheet" and the "Counting with Base Ten Blocks Worksheet," students will learn to count objects in a horizontal arrangement effectively.

Understanding how to count horizontally is crucial for young learners as it lays the foundational skills needed for more advanced mathematical concepts. Students will develop their ability to recognize numbers, understand the sequence of numbers, and accurately count objects. This skill not only enhances their mathematical thinking but also boosts their confidence in handling everyday situations that require counting.

By the end of this lesson, students will have gained a solid understanding of counting principles and will be better equipped to apply these skills in real-world contexts. The hands-on approach provided by the worksheets ensures that students find the learning process enjoyable and engaging, fostering a positive attitude towards mathematics from an early age.

Estimated classroom time: 6 min
Chapter: Counting to Tell How Many
Unit: Counting and Cardinality up to 20
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Counting Fun Worksheet
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Counting with Base Ten Blocks Worksheet
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  • Activity 1 / Counting Fun Worksheet

    Math and fun, in the same sentence? How is that even possible? Well, this worksheet does prove that counting can be fun for your young ones. With colorful and bright illustrations, the free PDF provides your child with enough stimulation to activate their brains. Look through the page, how many red and yellow flowers do you see? Count all illustrations together and indicate their total.

  • Activity 2 / Counting with Base Ten Blocks Worksheet

    Mathematics has its own stages and levels. And, the more difficult your child’s math assignments seem, the more advanced your young one’s abilities are getting. So, don’t be caught off guard when one day they return home with some algebra! In this worksheet, your child will count in base tens, adding 1 tens to varying numbers. Then, they are expected to indicate the total in a space provided.