Place value - Counting in 10s - Presentation

The teaching slides on counting in tens provide a structured approach to understanding place value for young learners. Activity 1 invites children to consider the differences and similarities between counting in ones and tens, prompting them to observe the patterns in a sequence of numbers from 1 to 100. This activity lays the groundwork for grasping the concept of place value by highlighting the consistent increase in the tens position as they count in increments of ten. The visual representation of numbers in a list format helps students to see the progression clearly and begin to internalise the pattern of counting in tens.

Subsequent activities build on this foundation, using practical examples and visual aids to deepen understanding. For instance, children count the number of penguins on blocks of ice, apples on trees, flowers in bunches, and wolves on boulders, all in groups of ten. These exercises not only reinforce the concept of counting in tens but also encourage students to apply their knowledge to solve problems. By counting objects grouped in tens and completing sentences about the total number of items, students practice their counting skills in a fun and interactive way. The activities culminate in reasoning questions that challenge students to analyse number sequences and use number lines, further enhancing their comprehension of place value and their ability to count in tens.