1
Jump on hopscotch squares while counting by 2s (2, 4, 6…). Repeat indoors using a number line. Time the child and try to beat their best time.
10-20 min
2
Fill a bin with rice, beans, or sand. Hide small toys inside. Let children dig and discover.
20 min
3
Provide pattern blocks and shape cards with outlines. Child fills the outline with matching blocks. Encourage them to create their own design afterwards.
15-30 min
4
Place 3 apples in one group and 2 in another. Count both groups together to find the sum. Repeat with different objects and quantities up to 10.
15-20 min
5
Provide objects of different sizes. Children arrange them from smallest to biggest.
15 min
6
Place 5-10 small objects in a row. Show the child how to touch each object while counting aloud. Then ask them to count a different set of objects.
10-15 min
7
Start with the three primary colors. Mix red and blue, then blue and yellow, then red and yellow. Name each result. Ask what other combinations the child wants to try.
20-30 min
8
Use a simple board game or ball. Practice waiting and saying "your turn" and "my turn".
20 min