Counting to 20: A Fun Journey into Numbers (Part 1)
Curriculum
- 4 Sections
- 22 Lessons
- 8 Weeks
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- Section 1: Let's Start with 1 to 10! 🐣Welcome to your child’s number journey! In this section, we explore the foundation—numbers 1 through 5. Through finger play, movement, and fun visuals, children will begin recognizing numbers and associating them with objects and actions.5
- 1.0– Lesson 1: Meet Numbers 1-10 – Introduction with counting fingers and simple everyday objects 🖐️🍎
- 1.1Lesson 2: Numbers Around Me – Count toys, snacks, or body parts! 🤖🍪👃
- 1.2– Lesson 3: Watch & Learn: Counting 1-10 *(Video Lesson)* 🎥 – A cheerful learning video to enjoy together!
- 1.3Activities: – Count the snacks before eating 🍇 & – Clap 1 to 10 times together 👏 & – Find 10 favorite toys and label them with sticky notes 📌
- 1.4Homework: – Printable worksheet: ‘Draw 10 Things I Love’ & – Printable worksheet: ‘Draw 10 Things I Love’
- Section 2: Jumping into 10 to 20 🐸Now that we know 1 to 5, let’s jump to numbers 6 through 10! Children will be introduced to number sets with dots, dice, and fingers. We'll also compare 'more' vs. 'less' and understand that numbers represent real things.6
- 2.0– Lesson 1: Say Hello to 10-20 – Learn each number through sound and repetition 🎶🗣️
- 2.1– Lesson 2: Count with Me Dice Game – Learn by rolling and matching! 🎲
- 2.2– Lesson 3: Watch & Learn: Counting 10-20 *(Video Lesson)* 🎥 – A parent-child friendly video to reinforce counting
- 2.3Activities: – Dice number match: Roll a dice and find toys to match the number rolled 🎯 – Number jump: Hop in place from 1 to 20 🦘 – Count cereal pieces into bowls 🥣
- 2.4Homework: Printable worksheet: ‘Circle the Numbers 10-20
- 2.5Homework: Practice counting backwards from 20 to 1 🎯
- Section 3: Number Fun Review 1-15Time to level up! This section introduces numbers 11–15 using fun songs, visuals, and outdoor play. These 'bigger' numbers may seem tricky, but with fun and repetition, they’ll become easy peasy.5
- 3.0– Lesson 1: Counting Up to 15 – Visual and object counting 🎈
- 3.1Lesson 2: My Number Song (11–15) – Sing along and dance! 🎤💃
- 3.2– Lesson 3: Watch & Learn: Counting 1-15 *(Video Lesson)* 🎥 – Parents and kids watch together and follow along
- 3.3Activities – Count leaves or rocks outside 🪨🍂 – Create number flashcards and place them in order – Dot marker number painting 🎨
- 3.4Homework – Printable worksheet: ‘Match the Number to the Group’ – Go on a scavenger hunt to find 11–15 of different items in your home 🕵️♀️
- Section 4: Reaching for 1-20 🌟This final stretch helps children feel confident with numbers 16 through 20. Kids will play matching games, draw their own sets, and build understanding of number sequence and grouping.6
- 4.0– Lesson 1: Exploring 16–20 – Practice makes perfect with simple visuals and object counting 🧩
- 4.1– Lesson 2: What Comes Next? – Learn to fill in missing numbers and understand sequencing 🔢
- 4.2– Lesson 3: Watch & Learn: Numbers 1–20 *(Video Lesson)* 🎥 – Wrap up with a fun celebratory video!
- 4.3Activities – Build towers of 1–20 blocks 🧱 – Number scavenger hunt: Find objects labeled with numbers (like calendars, books, etc.) – Play ‘Find That Number’ game around the house! 🏃♂️
- 4.4Homework – Printable worksheet: ‘Trace and Say Numbers 1–20’ – Practice writing numbers with sidewalk chalk outside or on paper 🧼🖍️
- 4.5Final Parent Tips + Bonus Activities 🎁 – Use number puzzles 🧩 – Sing counting songs daily 🎶 – Use a counting chart in the kitchen or bathroom for everyday practice
Homework – Printable worksheet: ‘Trace and Say Numbers 1–20’ – Practice writing numbers with sidewalk chalk outside or on paper 🧼🖍️
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