MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM

MODULE FOR KINDERGARTEN

FIRST QUARTER
WEEK 3

HOW MANY?
Category : Number and Number Sense
Topic 1 : Count, write, and select the number of objects in a set
Learning Objectives:
The student, given a set containing 15 or fewer concrete objects, will
a) tell how many are in the set by counting the number of objects orally;
b) write the numeral to tell how many are in the set; and
c) select the corresponding numeral from a given set of numerals.

Materials
 Overhead projector
 Magnetic counters
 Magnet wand
 Bingo supplies
 Or any other local materials that can replace the abovementioned supplies

Procedure
This activity helps develop fluency with composing and decomposing numbers, meaning
that a whole number can be broken down into multiple addends. Decomposition of
numbers is necessary to support a rich place value concept and a sound basis for mental
computation.
1. Group the students into 4.
2. Place 6 to 10 counters randomly on the overhead projector. Have the groups
determine the total number of counters shown and describe their counting strategies.
2. Turn the projector off and use the magnet wand to pick up some of the counters.
(Students should not see how many counters are on the wand.)
3. Turn on the projector. Have students identify the number of counters showing.
4. Ask the group, “How many counters are on the wand? How do you know?”. The group
with the correct answer will have the score.
5. Replace the counters from the wand and repeat, picking up a different number of
counters with the magnet wand each time.

Assessment
Questions
 What is the missing part of (target number)? How do you know?
 Is there another way to make (target number)?
 Can you think of all the combinations to make (target number)?
 How can you be sure you have made all the combinations?

Variations
 Larger numbers of counters can be used (up to 20).
 Counters can be arranged spatially (e.g., in rows of two or groups of three).
 Number sentences (symbols) can be introduced for recording purposes.
 After the activity, the teacher may show a video on counting numbers from 1 to 15
to cater visual and auditory learners
 The teacher may integrate real life objects showing their quantity ranging from 1
to 15 so that the students may be able to apply their learning in their homes and
be able to grasp the lessons well