Lesson Title: Pumpkin Counting Math Lesson                        Course: Grade 1 

Designers: 

N1.3

Demonstrate an understanding of counting by:

indicating that the last number said identifies “how many” showing that any set has only one count using the counting on strategy using parts or equal groups to count sets.

[C, CN, ME, R, V]

Indicators for this outcome

(a)        Answer the question, “How many are in the set?” using the last number counted in a set.

Students will practice counting numbers 1-10 using ten frames.

Students will develop number recognition skills.

Students will engage in a fun and interactive math activity.

Students will gain confidence in their counting abilities.

Communication – students will be communicating their ideas in their groups.

How can we use ten frames to count and represent numbers?

What strategies can we use to count pumpkins effectively?

What makes counting enjoyable for you?

Observe students’ engagement and participation during the activity.

Ask open-ended questions during the lesson to assess students’ understanding of counting and number recognition.

Check if students can correctly count the pumpkins on their ten frames.

Monitor the use of strategies to solve counting problems.
Feedback will also be given during counting.

Class discussion will occur about counting.

Foam dice with dots. (1.5 inches) The dots on each face of the dice represent different numbers, and students can roll the dice to determine the outcome of a game or to practice counting and math skills.

Flash cards with numbers

Pictures of pumpkins (or pumpkin seeds) to place on ten frames.

Pens and markers (for recording results).

Begin the lesson with a brief introduction to pumpkins and counting.

Show a real pumpkin or a picture of a pumpkin to capture students’ interest.

Ask students what they know about pumpkins and counting.

Explore (5 minutes)

Introduce the ten frames and explain how they work.

Show the dice and discuss its numbers.

Have students take turns rolling the dice.

When a student rolls the dice, they receive a picture of a pumpkin and place it on the ten frames with the corresponding number.

Repeat until each student has had a turn.

Explain (5 minute)

Discuss the results as a class.

Write the numbers 1-10 on the frame.

Count the pumpkins on the ten frames together, reinforcing the number-word correspondence.

Encourage students to count along with you.

Elaborate (20 minutes)

Have students work in pairs to count their pumpkins on the ten frames.

Encourage them to use strategies like pointing to each pumpkin or counting aloud.

Evaluate and Closure (5 minute)

As a formative assessment, check individual students’ ability to count and recognize numbers.

Ask questions like, “Can you show me the number 5 on the ten frame?”

Praise students for their counting efforts and progress.

Conclude the lesson by reminding students of what they’ve learned about counting using pumpkin-themed activities.

Mention that they can practice counting at home or during free time.

Thank the students for their participation.