1
Give two groups of objects. Children decide which group has more and which has less.
15 min
2
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
3
Plant a fast-growing seed (beans work well). Each day, measure growth and draw what is observed. Discuss what plants need to grow: light, water, soil.
10 min/day over 2 weeks
4
Show pairs of objects. Children identify if they are the same or different and explain why.
10 min
5
Sit in a circle with a special object. Only the person holding it may speak. Pass it around.
10 min
6
Fill a bin with rice, beans, or sand. Hide small toys inside. Let children dig and discover.
20 min
7
Provide objects of different sizes. Children arrange them from smallest to biggest.
15 min
8
Use two-color counters to explore how numbers can be split. For example, show that 5 = 3 + 2 and 5 = 4 + 1. Record each combination on a number bond diagram.
15-25 min