Aims:

• Develop counting skills for groups up to 10.
• Practice counting objects in different arrangements.

Goals:

• Children count groups of up to 10 objects, shapes, or pictures.
• Children use ten frames and count scattered groups accurately.

Objectives:

• Accurately count and show up to 10 items.
• Use ten frames, fingers, or manipulatives to represent quantities up to 10.

Transformation:

• Move from small group counting to confidently counting larger sets.

Foundation:

• Counting and grouping skills up to 5.

What Happens Next:

• Readies children for comparing numbers and simple operations.

Skill Progression:

• Counting to 10
• One-to-one correspondence
• Visual discrimination

Sample Activities:

• Counting Objects: Count out 6–10 blocks, shapes, or stickers.
• Ten Frame Practice: Use ten frames to organize and count items up to 10.
• Scattered Counting: Count objects arranged randomly on a mat or table.

Assessment:

• Note accuracy and strategies used for counting.

Materials:

• Counters, cubes, stickers
• Ten frames
• Dot cards or picture cards

Differentiation:

• Use color-contrasted or tactile items.
• Allow children to move or touch items as they count.

Integration:

• Count groups during routines (snack pieces, art supplies, outdoor items).