Exploring Two-Dimensional Shapes and Numbers in Primary 2 Mathematics Third Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Lesson Plan: Mathematics Third Term Week 8

• Subject: Mathematics
• Class: Primary 2
• Term: Third Term
• Week: 8
• Topic: Two-dimensional shapes, counting and writing numbers
• Sub-topic: Counting numbers from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590; Writing of the numbers

Duration:

• 1 hour

Behavioural Objectives:

• By the end of the lesson, pupils will be able to:
  • Identify different two-dimensional shapes.
  • Count numbers from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590.
  • Write numbers from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590.

Key Words:

• Shapes: Circle, square, triangle, rectangle, hexagon
• Numbers: One, two, three… and so on.

Entry Behaviour:

• Pupils are familiar with basic shapes and can recognize numbers.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Flashcards of shapes and numbers
• Charts of numbers
• Whiteboard and markers
• Counting blocks
• Worksheets for practice

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Begin the lesson by reviewing previously taught shapes and numbers.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Listening and speaking
• Writing

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 2 Mathematics
• Mathematics textbooks and workbooks

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards with shapes and numbers
• Worksheets
• Chalkboard or whiteboard and markers

Content:

• Identify different two-dimensional shapes
• Practice counting from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590
• Practice writing numbers from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590

Two-Dimensional Shapes

1. What is a circle?
   • A circle is a round shape with no sides or corner angles.
2. What is a square?
   • A square is a shape with 4 equal sides and 4 corners.
3. What is a triangle?
   • A triangle is a shape with 3 sides and 3 corners.
4. What is a rectangle?
   • A rectangle is a shape with 4 sides and 4 corners. It has 2 long sides and 2 short sides.
5. What is a hexagon?
   • A hexagon is a shape with 6 sides and 6 corners.

Counting Skills

6. How many numbers are there between 1 and 300?
   • There are 300 numbers from 1 to 300.
7. How many numbers are there between 301 and 590?
   • There are 290 numbers from 301 to 590.
8. What is the total count from 1 to 590?
   • There are 590 numbers from 1 to 590.
9. How can I practice counting from 1 to 50?
   • Start from 1 and count up to 50, saying each number aloud.
10. What is the last number when counting from 299 to 301?
    • The last number is 301.

Writing Skills

11. How do I write the number 10 in words?
    • Ten.
12. How do I write the number 30 in words?
    • Thirty.
13. How do I write the number 100 in words?
    • One hundred.
14. How do I write the number 225 in words?
    • Two hundred and twenty-five.
15. How do I write the number 590 in words?
    • Five hundred and ninety.

Evaluation

counting skills, and writing numbers:

Two-Dimensional Shapes

1. A shape with 3 sides is called a ______. a) Square b) Circle c) Triangle d) Rectangle
2. A shape with 4 equal sides and 4 corners is a ______. a) Triangle b) Circle c) Rectangle d) Square
3. A shape that is round and has no corners is a ______. a) Rectangle b) Hexagon c) Circle d) Square
4. A shape with 6 sides and 6 corners is called a ______. a) Octagon b) Hexagon c) Circle d) Square
5. A shape that is longer than it is wide, with 4 corners, is a ______. a) Rectangle b) Triangle c) Circle d) Hexagon

Counting Skills

6. Count from 1 to 10: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, ____. a) 11 b) 10 c) 13 d) 12
7. Count from 20 to 30: 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, ____. a) 32 b) 29 c) 30 d) 31
8. Count from 50 to 60: 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, ____. a) 60 b) 59 c) 61 d) 62
9. Count from 299 to 301: 299, 300, ____. a) 302 b) 303 c) 301 d) 304
10. Count from 580 to 590: 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, 588, ____. a) 590 b) 589 c) 591 d) 592

Writing Skills

11. Write the number 15 in words. a) Ten b) Five c) Fifteen d) Twenty
12. Write the number 30 in words. a) Fifteen b) Thirty c) Sixty d) Forty
13. Write the number 75 in words. a) Fifty b) Seventy-Five c) Eighty d) Seventy
14. Write the number 200 in words. a) Fifty b) One hundred c) Two hundred d) Three hundred
15. Write the number 490 in words. a) Four hundred and ninety b) Five hundred c) Three hundred ninety d) Six hundred

Presentation:

Step 1: Introduction

• Begin with a quick review of previously taught shapes and numbers.
• Ask pupils to identify shapes and count numbers.

Step 2: Introduction of New Topic

• Introduce two-dimensional shapes such as circle, square, triangle, rectangle, and hexagon.
• Show flashcards of shapes and discuss their properties.
• Demonstrate counting numbers from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590.
• Model writing the numbers on the whiteboard.

Step 3: Class Activity

• Hand out flashcards with shapes and numbers to pupils.
• Allow them to count from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590 together.
• Ask pupils to practice writing numbers on the whiteboard.
• Correct any mistakes and provide guidance as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the new topic clearly with examples.
• Use visual aids like flashcards and charts to help pupils understand shapes and numbers.
• Monitor pupils’ counting and writing and provide support.

Learners’ Activities:

• Count from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590.
• Practice writing numbers from 1-300, 301-590, and 1-590.
• Identify shapes and describe their properties.

Assessment:

• Provide pupils with worksheets to complete individually.
• Observe pupils as they complete the worksheets.
• Mark the worksheets and provide feedback.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What shape has 4 equal sides and 4 corners?
2. Write the number 10 in words.
3. How many sides does a triangle have?
4. Count from 1 to 20 aloud.
5. Write the number 300 in words.
6. What shape is round with no sides?
7. Count from 301 to 320 aloud.
8. Write the number 500 in words.
9. What shape has 6 sides and 6 corners?
10. Count from 570 to 590 aloud.

Conclusion:

• Review the lesson with pupils.
• Discuss what was learned today.
• Ask pupils if they have any questions.
• Mark the worksheets and provide feedback.
• Encourage pupils to practice shapes and counting at home.