Place Value within 20 - Count and write numbers to 20 - Presentation

In a series of engaging and interactive activities, this lesson focuses on teaching children to count and write numbers up to 20. The lesson begins with an exercise in counting forwards and backwards, providing a solid foundation for numerical fluency. Students are then encouraged to practice writing these numbers, ensuring they gain confidence in both recognition and notation. The session includes matching activities, where children pair visual representations of numbers, such as those on ten frames, with their corresponding numerals and written forms. This approach reinforces their understanding of place value within the number system and the significance of each digit in a number.

As the lesson progresses, students delve into more intricate aspects of number sense, such as identifying patterns in the sequence of numbers and understanding the meaning of the 'teen' suffix in numerals. They are prompted to think critically by filling in missing numbers and explaining their reasoning, which cultivates analytical skills. By the end of the lesson, children are expected to articulate and write numbers confidently, having also explored the structure and order of numbers within the 1-20 range. The variety of tasks, including independent work and group discussions, caters to different learning styles and ensures a comprehensive grasp of counting and writing numbers up to 20.