Write a Numeral to Record a Count
Count the supplied objects, say the final number, and write its numeral.
About 12 minutes, plus any extended practice
Supplied materials
- Paper and a pencil; drawing and spoken explanations are welcome. An adult may read directions and options aloud.
- Supplied worked-case record: There are 16 drawn stars.
- All quantities and shape descriptions are supplied in the worked example and questions; no purchase or personal information is needed.
Learn the idea
A written numeral stores a count so another person can read it later. The numeral should match the whole group, not one favorite object. You can say the number aloud, write it, and recount the objects to check the match.
Count the supplied objects, say the final number, and write its numeral. For teen counts, copy both digits in the stated order. Have an adult model any unfamiliar numeral, then trace and write it again.
Read a two-digit numeral from left to right. The card records the whole count, not the last object’s shape. Count a drawing and leave space beside it for a number card.
- Count a drawing and leave space beside it for a number card.
- Follow the worked example. Point to each number or shape feature and say what it tells you.
- Count the supplied objects, say the final number, and write its numeral.
- Try the question and then the three practice questions. Check your answers and explain any change you make.
See the method in action
There are 16 drawn stars. Count all sixteen, then write 16 beside the group. The 1 comes before the 6. Writing only 6 would describe a different, smaller group, and writing 61 would reverse the supplied numeral. Read a two-digit numeral from left to right. The card records the whole count, not the last object’s shape. Count a drawing and leave space beside it for a number card.
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Helpful tips
- Read a two-digit numeral from left to right.
- The card records the whole count, not the last object’s shape.
See the answer and explanation
11
Record the final number said while counting. The result is 11.
Take it further
Write cards for 17, 19, and 20 and make matching drawings. Expected: each written numeral matches its count.
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