Unit Plan: Counting and Recognizing Numbers for Pre-Kindergarten

Unit Overview: This unit is designed to introduce pre-kindergarten students to the concept of counting and recognizing numbers. Through a variety of engaging activities and hands-on experiences, students will develop their number sense and gain confidence in identifying and counting numbers from 1 to 10.

Unit Duration: 2 weeks (10 lessons)

Lesson 1: Introduction to Numbers Objective: Introduce numbers 1 to 5 and develop number recognition skills. Assessment: Students will participate in a number recognition game, where they identify and match numbers to corresponding objects.

Lesson 2: Counting Objects Objective: Develop counting skills using manipulatives. Assessment: Students will count a set of objects and demonstrate their understanding by pointing to the correct numeral representing the quantity.

Lesson 3: Number Formation Objective: Practice writing numbers 1 to 5. Assessment: Students will trace and write numbers 1 to 5 on a worksheet, demonstrating correct formation.

Lesson 4: Number Order Objective: Arrange numbers 1 to 5 in sequential order. Assessment: Students will participate in a number sequencing activity, where they arrange number cards in the correct order.

Lesson 5: Number Recognition 6 to 10 Objective: Introduce numbers 6 to 10 and develop number recognition skills. Assessment: Students will play a number recognition game, identifying and matching numbers 6 to 10 to corresponding objects.

Lesson 6: Counting with Ten Frames Objective: Develop counting skills using ten frames. Assessment: Students will count objects on ten frames and demonstrate their understanding by pointing to the correct numeral representing the quantity.

Lesson 7: Number Formation 6 to 10 Objective: Practice writing numbers 6 to 10. Assessment: Students will trace and write numbers 6 to 10 on a worksheet, demonstrating correct formation.

Lesson 8: Number Order 6 to 10 Objective: Arrange numbers 6 to 10 in sequential order. Assessment: Students will participate in a number sequencing activity, where they arrange number cards in the correct order.

Lesson 9: Counting and Recognizing Numbers Review Objective: Review numbers 1 to 10 and assess overall understanding. Assessment: Students will complete a number recognition and counting worksheet, demonstrating their ability to identify and count numbers accurately.

Lesson 10: Number Hunt Objective: Apply number recognition skills in a real-world context. Assessment: Students will participate in a number hunt activity, where they identify and count numbers in their environment, such as on signs, labels, or objects.

Note: Assessments can be conducted through observation, individual or group activities, worksheets, or informal questioning.