J loves numbers, as you have probably noticed by now. So I wanted to include some counting and easy math activities into our St. Patrick's Day fun. Below are three different counting activities that use the same materials.
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- 55 cardstock shamrocks (more if counting up to 20) - Foam ones would work too, but I used my Silhouette Cameo to cut the shamrocks out.
- 10 small plastic containers (20 if counting up to 20) - I used individual serving sized applesauce containers.
- Permanent marker
Option #1: Recognizing Numerals
Use the permanent marker to label the bottom of the applesauce containers from 1-10 (you can also do up to 20 like I did). Line up the containers and place the shamrocks nearby. Encourage your child to count the correct number of shamrocks into each cup.
Option #2: Recognizing the Written Form
Use the permanent marker to label the bottom of ten applesauce containers using the written form for numbers 1-10 (e.g., one, two, three, etc.). J has been able to read these words for quite awhile now, so I figured it would be a good activity to try out. Line up the containers and place the shamrocks nearby. Encourage your child to count the correct number of shamrocks into each cup.
Option #3: Counting Without the Containers
Encourage your child to count the individual shamrocks to as high as they would like to go. J was not feeling well when we did this activity so he stopped at a much lower number than is usual for him. However, this activity is great for helping your child learn the correct number order.
I have so many other activities planned for these numbered applesauce containers. I can't wait to try them out with the boys. Also, if you prefer the pot-of-gold image, you could easily substitute plastic gold coins and black pots for this activity.
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