MAFS.K.CC.1.3: Read and write numerals from 0 to 20. Represent a number of objects with a written numeral 0–20 (with 0 representing a count of no objects).

Cognitive Complexity Level: 1-Recall

[divider] [/divider] Students are able to… 

  • Recognize numerals from 0-20.
  • Write numerals from 0-20.
  • Match a number of items in a set with the appropriate numeral.

[divider] [/divider] Students are able to…because teachers:

  • Provide opportunities for students to form numerals through a variety of modalities and kinesthetic experiences (i.e. sky writing, in sand, writing on paper).
  • Provide hands-on activities with manipulatives such as counters, double ten frames, connecting cubes, deck of cards, and numeral cards to solidify understanding of counting concepts.
  • Progress from a small range of numbers to a greater range as students recognize numerals with ease.

 [divider] [/divider] Questions to ask students:

  • Write a numeral 0-20 and ask students to name the number.
  • Point to a group of manipulatives and ask students to verbally state the number represented by the given set.
  • Place counters on a ten frame or double ten frame and ask students to write the numeral that matches the visual representation.

[divider] [/divider] Additional Resources:

Additional in depth content knowledge

Blog Post:

Are your students still struggling with counting objects?

Video:

Teaching the Stable-Order Counting Principle

[divider] [/divider] Sample Formative Assessment Tasks:

 

[divider] [/divider] Resources/Tasks to Support Your Child at Home

  • Place shaving cream on a flat surface. Have your child practice writing numbers 0-5 in the shaving cream.  This same task can be completed using sand, flour, etc.