Dotty Bug and her Designs
The chapter focuses on understanding numbers through dot designs, objects, and patterns. It introduces concepts like subitization, counting, and recognizing numbers from 1 to 20.
We Already Know
- Ladybugs have dots on their bodies.
- Zero is also a number.
- Balanced diet benefits and overeating ill-effects.
We will learn in this chapter
- Counting and identifying dots in arrangements.
- Recognizing numbers through patterns and designs.
- Understanding the concept of zero and its significance.
Dot Designs and Counting
Children will learn to create dot designs using various objects and count the number of dots in each arrangement.
- Using tamarind seeds, pebbles, buttons, bindis, etc., to create dot designs.
Subitization
Introducing the concept of subitization to help children gain instant recognition of numbers without counting.
- Creating dot patterns of numbers 1 to 9 for subitization.
Understanding Zero
Exploring the idea of zero as a number and its significance in counting.
- Demonstrating the concept of zero using concrete objects.
Number Patterns
Engaging in activities to recognize number patterns and pairs up to 20.
- Identifying number pairs of 10 using finger games.
Video
▶️ Counting Dot Designs
In this video, we will learn how to count dots in various arrangements using different objects.
▶️ Understanding Zero
Watch this video to understand the concept of zero as a number and its importance in counting.