Aims:

• Show numbers using pictures, objects, and symbols.
• Build understanding of different ways to make a number.

Goals:

• Children represent numbers using drawings, shapes, cubes, or stickers.
• Children link representations with numerals.

Objectives:

• Make groups of 1–5 using materials or drawings.
• Match groups to numerals.

Transformation:

• Move from counting to representing and recording numbers.

Foundation:

• Experience with counting and number recognition.

What Happens Next:

• Supports future work in addition, subtraction, and data representation.

Skill Progression:

• Number representation
• Matching sets and numerals

Sample Activities:

• Draw and Show: Draw or use stickers to show a number.
• Cube Models: Build towers to represent numbers 1–5.
• Shape Pictures: Use cut-outs to make sets that show a number.

Assessment:

• Check if children can create and match groups to numerals.

Materials:

• Paper, stickers, crayons
• Cubes or counting blocks
• Shape cut-outs

Differentiation:

• Offer pre-cut shapes or stickers for fine motor support.
• Use verbal and visual prompts.

Integration:

Represent numbers in art projects or classroom displays.