Written By Kennda Lynch!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Pumpkins, Pumpkins Everywhere!
Lesson Objective: To learn how to identify the correct number that pairs with a given
set of objects.
Standards Addressed - Math, Number Sense Properties and Operations
MA.00.P11.02.03 - Match a quantity with a numeral
MA.00.K11.03.03 - Write numbers from 0 to 20. Represent a number of objects with a
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written numeral 0-20.
MA.00.K11.04.03 - Apply the relationship between numbers and quantities and
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connect counting to cardinality.
MA.00.K11.05.03 - Count and represent objects to 20.
Materials:
• Pumpkin cut-outs or a craft kit similar to the one shown in Figure 1.
• Two full sets of number cut-outs from 1-20 (see Pumpkin_numbers.pdf file)
• Adhesive magnet strips (these can be purchased from a craft store like Michael's
• Magnetic White Board
• Dry Erase Markers
Figure 1. Pumpkins made from a Halloween craft kit purchased at Michael's
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Figure 2. Pumpkins and Numbers.
Estimated Time: 15-30 Minutes
Procedure:
Note: This is designed to be a "fast" game for the students. The students will be
competing as teams to match the correct number with the set of pumpkins you place on
the board, so plan for a lot of noise and excitement during this lesson.
• Split the class into two teams and have them line up on opposite sides of the
room.
• Have two desks place equally distant from each other (near each team) and from
the white board
• Spread out one set of numbers on each desk
• Instruct the students that you will place a certain number of pumpkins on the
board . One student from each team will come forward will have to count the
pumpkins and choose the right number from those available on the desk. The first
student that puts the correct number on the board wins a point for their team
• Start the game and enjoy!
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