Count Down from 5 in a Story - Lesson for Preschool, Chapter - Number Stories - 1 Less
In the lesson "Count Down from 5 in a Story," preschool students embark on an engaging journey into the world of numbers, specifically focusing on the concept of counting down from 5. Through captivating activities like the Countdown from 5 Worksheet, Frog Countdown Worksheet, and solving story problems by counting down from 5, young learners will master the skill of subtracting one to find out 'one less'.
This lesson is a fundamental stepping stone in the Number Stories - 1 Less chapter, nestled within the broader Counting to 5 unit. It's designed to cultivate a strong mathematical foundation by reinforcing number recognition, understanding numerical order, and developing subtraction skills in a fun, story-based context.
Understanding how to count down is crucial, not just for mathematical proficiency but for real-world applications as well. It helps students improve their problem-solving abilities, enhances memory, and prepares them for more complex mathematical concepts down the line. By integrating storytelling with counting, this lesson ensures that students not only grasp the concept of 'one less' but also develop a love for numbers and storytelling. This early exposure to mathematical thinking through engaging activities is essential for cultivating lifelong learners.
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Activity 1 / Countdown from 5 Worksheet
Bears are fun and cute to look at, but never be tempted to go near one or cuddle up to one! However, your kids don’t have to worry about the friendly bears in this worksheet. Ask your kids to point at the bears in the picture. The Mama bear needs to find her way to her cave with some berries for her baby cubs. Help your kids guide the bear through the maze by counting down from 5 to 1 and drawing a line through the groups of berries on the path to Mama Bear’s den.
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Activity 2 / Frog Countdown Worksheet
Learning can be fun and enjoyable for your kids. With worksheets such as this traceable printout, you can explore many new ways of learning. The exercises your children will deal with in school will give them the basic knowledge on what they need to know, but it up to you to take their learning a step further. In this exercise, your kids will need to count the frogs in each group, and then draw a line from the number to the correct group of frogs.
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Activity 3 / Solve the Story Problem by Counting Down from 5 - Quiz
This quiz assesses students’ ability to count down from 5-1, to solve story problems.
