Molding Number Work Kindergarten Second Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Lesson Plan for Number Work
Subject: Number Work
Class: Kindergarten
Term: Second Term
Week: 4
Age: 5 Years
Topic: Molding of Numbers / Application of Numbers
Sub-Topic: Hands-on Activities for Number Identification and Application
Duration: 45 Minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Mold numbers using plasticine or clay.
- Identify and match numbers using number cards.
- Participate in number games such as Playing cards, Whot, Sudoku, and Ludo.
- Sort, count, and color numbers correctly.
- Sing number songs to reinforce learning.
Keywords:
- Molding
- Numbers
- Sorting
- Matching
- Number games
Set Induction
The teacher displays a colorful clay model of numbers and asks:
“What number do you see here? Who can mold this number?”
Entry Behaviour
Pupils are familiar with numbers 1 to 10 and basic activities such as counting and coloring.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Plasticine or clay
- Playing cards (Whot cards, Ludo, Sudoku)
- Crayons and coloring books
- Number flashcards
- Sand tray
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
- Teacher reminds pupils about numbers they have learned (1 to 10).
- Pupils count aloud from 1 to 10.
- Teacher asks pupils to recall their favorite games.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication and collaboration
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Creativity and imagination
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Kindergarten Number Work Textbook
Instructional Materials
- Plasticine or clay
- Playing cards and number cards
- Crayons and paper
- Number songs
Content
Definition and Explanation
- Molding numbers: Using materials like plasticine or clay to form shapes of numbers.
- Application of numbers: Applying numbers in games, sorting, matching, counting, and coloring.
Examples
- Pupils mold numbers 1 to 5 using clay.
- Use flashcards to match numbers with their names (e.g., 2 matches with “two”).
- Play number games like:
- Ludo (count moves on the board).
- Playing cards (matching pairs of numbers).
- Whot cards (identify numbers on the cards).
- Sudoku (placing numbers correctly in grids).
- Sort and count objects (e.g., sort crayons by color and count).
- Color pictures of numbers in a coloring book.
Teacher’s Activities
- Demonstrate how to mold numbers using plasticine or clay.
- Display number cards and ask pupils to identify and match them.
- Organize games such as Ludo, Whot, or simple Sudoku.
- Guide pupils to sort objects by color or size and count them.
- Encourage pupils to color numbers in their books.
Learners’ Activities
- Mold numbers using plasticine or clay.
- Match numbers on flashcards.
- Play number games such as Ludo, Whot, or Sudoku.
- Sort and count objects in the classroom.
- Color numbers using crayons.
Class Activity Discussion
15 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What material can you use to mold numbers?
A: Plasticine or clay. - Q: What does molding mean?
A: It means shaping something with your hands. - Q: Name a game where you count and move pieces.
A: Ludo. - Q: How do you match numbers?
A: By finding numbers that are the same. - Q: What are number cards used for?
A: For playing games and matching numbers. - Q: Which game uses number grids?
A: Sudoku. - Q: What tool do we use to color numbers?
A: Crayons. - Q: Name one card game with numbers.
A: Whot cards. - Q: What do you do when sorting?
A: Put things into groups. - Q: How can you count objects?
A: By saying the numbers one at a time. - Q: What game helps you match pairs?
A: Playing cards. - Q: How do you make the number 3 using clay?
A: By rolling and shaping the clay into number 3. - Q: Can you mold numbers with sand?
A: Yes, in a sand tray. - Q: What does it mean to color a number?
A: To use crayons to fill the number with colors. - Q: Name one activity to identify numbers.
A: Matching flashcards.
Evaluation Questions
15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options
- What can you use to mold numbers?
a) Paper b) Plasticine c) Paint d) Sand - Which game uses a board and dice?
a) Sudoku b) Whot c) Ludo d) Cards - ___ is used for coloring.
a) Flashcards b) Crayons c) Dice d) Clay - Molding numbers helps us ___.
a) read letters b) write words c) form shapes d) count - Sorting means putting items into ___.
a) boxes b) piles c) groups d) holes - What game matches numbers?
a) Whot b) Ludo c) Puzzle d) Drawing - Flashcards help us ___.
a) sing songs b) identify numbers c) read books d) mold clay - What material is soft and colorful?
a) Paper b) Sand c) Plasticine d) Glue - How do you use crayons?
a) Read numbers b) Mold shapes c) Color numbers d) Count objects - Sudoku is a game of ___.
a) sorting b) coloring c) counting d) numbers - Ludo helps you ___.
a) count moves b) color pictures c) write letters d) match cards - Molding is done with ___.
a) crayons b) clay c) glue d) sandpaper - Flashcards show ___.
a) letters b) numbers c) drawings d) objects - Sorting objects means ___ them.
a) throwing b) counting c) organizing d) skipping - What color is clay often?
a) Green b) Red c) Blue d) All of the above
Assessment
- Mold numbers 1 to 5 using clay.
- Match numbers 1-10 on flashcards.
- Play Ludo and count moves.
- Sort objects into groups.
- Color numbers 1-5 in a coloring book.
Conclusion
The teacher observes the pupils’ activities, marks their work, and provides feedback.
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