Introduction to Even and Odd Numbers Numeracy Primary 1 Summer Coaching Lesson Notes Week 2

Lesson Plan: Numeracy – Introduction to Even and Odd Numbers

Subject: Numeracy (Mathematics)

Class: Primary 1 (Basic 1)

Term: Summer Term

Week: 2

Age: 6-7 years

Topic: Introduction to Even and Odd Numbers

Sub-topic: Identifying and distinguishing between even and odd numbers

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define even and odd numbers.
2. Identify even and odd numbers up to 100.
3. Classify given numbers as even or odd.

Keywords: Even numbers, odd numbers, classification, numbers

Set Induction: Show a number line from 1 to 20 and ask pupils to identify and count the numbers aloud.

Entry Behavior: Pupils should be familiar with counting numbers from 1 to 20.

Learning Resources and Materials: Number line, flashcards with numbers, counters

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Review counting numbers from 1 to 20 with pupils.

Core Skills: Identification, classification, counting

Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 1

Instructional Materials: Number line, flashcards with numbers, counters

Content

1. Definition of Even and Odd Numbers:
   • Even numbers: Numbers that can be divided by 2 without a remainder (e.g., 2, 4, 6, 8, 10).
   • Odd numbers: Numbers that cannot be divided by 2 without a remainder (e.g., 1, 3, 5, 7, 9).
2. Identifying Even and Odd Numbers:
   • Even numbers end in 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8.
   • Odd numbers end in 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9.
3. Classifying Numbers as Even or Odd:
   • Example: 23 (odd), 16 (even)
   • Example: 45 (odd), 28 (even)

Evaluation

1. 2 is an ___ number.
   • a) even
   • b) odd
   • c) prime
   • d) composite
2. 7 is an ___ number.
   • a) even
   • b) odd
   • c) prime
   • d) composite
3. 10 is an ___ number.
   • a) even
   • b) odd
   • c) prime
   • d) composite
4. 15 is an ___ number.
   • a) even
   • b) odd
   • c) prime
   • d) composite
5. 22 is an ___ number.
   • a) even
   • b) odd
   • c) prime
   • d) composite

Class Activity Discussion

1. Q: What is an even number? A: An even number can be divided by 2 without a remainder.
2. Q: What is an odd number? A: An odd number cannot be divided by 2 without a remainder.
3. Q: Is 4 an even or odd number? A: Even
4. Q: Is 9 an even or odd number? A: Odd
5. Q: What is the last digit of an even number? A: 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8

Presentation

Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic

• Review counting numbers from 1 to 20 with the pupils using a number line.

Step 2: Introducing the New Topic

• Explain the concepts of even and odd numbers using simple definitions and examples.

Step 3: Allowing Pupils to Contribute

• Ask pupils to identify whether given numbers are even or odd.

Teacher’s Activities

• Demonstrate how to identify even and odd numbers using a number line and counters.
• Provide examples and non-examples.
• Guide pupils in classifying numbers as even or odd.

Learners’ Activities

• Practice identifying even and odd numbers.
• Use counters to classify given numbers.
• Participate in group activities to reinforce learning.

Assessment

• Identify whether the following numbers are even or odd: 6, 11, 24, 37.
• Use counters to show that 8 is an even number and 5 is an odd number.

Evaluation Questions

1. Is 3 an even or odd number?
2. What is the last digit of the even number 32?
3. Classify 25 as even or odd.
4. Identify the number: 40 (even or odd).
5. Is 17 an even or odd number?
6. What is the last digit of the odd number 59?
7. Classify 12 as even or odd.
8. Identify the number: 22 (even or odd).
9. Is 27 an even or odd number?
10. What is the last digit of the even number 74?

Conclusion

• Mark pupils’ work and provide feedback.
• Reinforce key points about even and odd numbers.

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