Place value within 10 - Representing objects - Presentation

In a presentation focused on place value within 10, specifically Lesson 4 on representing objects, students are introduced to the concept of representation in mathematics. The lesson starts by asking the question, "What does represent mean?" and explains that to represent something means to use a different object or symbol to show what you mean. An example is provided where various images are used to represent the number 5, making the abstract concept of numbers more concrete and understandable for young learners.

The lesson includes several activities where students use physical counters to represent a given number of objects, such as fish or elephants. These activities are designed to help students visualise numbers and understand their value. A '5 frame' is introduced as a tool to aid in the counting process, reinforcing the concept of place value. As the lesson progresses, students are encouraged to match different representations with groups of animals and to consider how many ways they can represent a given number. They are prompted to think critically about whether counters are the only method of representation and to explore alternative methods. The presentation aims to develop fluency in counting and understanding place value, as well as reasoning skills in identifying representations and their corresponding quantities.