1. Counting by sound.
Adult-led
Reinforce children's counting skills through a listening activity.
Planned learning intention.
To count reliably to five.
Adult:child ratio: 1:6.
Resources
Metal cup or bowl, five wooden or metal beads, a table, two lengths of fabric, and a screen.
Activity content
* Place the bowl and beads on the table and cover the screen with a curtain. Children will enjoy the activity all the more as a magic show - a magician's hat or cloak can help too!
* Ask the children to watch and listen as you drop the beads into the bowl.
Repeat, counting as you drop them.
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