DAWN
Level A Numeracy Skillbook
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WPreface
elcome to DAWN, our comprehensive series for Early Childhood Education that has been meticulously crafted to align with the guidelines of the Foundational Stage as outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This series is designed to provide a holistic learning experience, fostering the comprehensive development of young learners in accordance with the developmental milestones and learning outcomes specified in the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2022.
DAWN offers a rich blend of interactive and activity-based content to nurture each child's physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth. Our approach ensures that learning is enjoyable and meaningful, catering to every child's interests and abilities. By integrating various domains of development, we aim to create an environment where children can thrive, explore their unique potentials and cultivate a lifelong love for learning.
The curriculum is structured to promote Physical Development by incorporating activities that enhance motor skills, health, and overall physical well-being. Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is a critical component focusing on building empathy, cooperation, and strong interpersonal relationships. Through engaging and thought-provoking activities, children develop Intellectual Capacities, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and a curious mind.
In line with the NCF 2022, DAWN also emphasises Spiritual and Moral Development, encouraging children to understand and embody values such as honesty, integrity, and respect for others. We aim to instill a sense of responsibility towards the environment, promoting sustainable practices from an early age.
Our curriculum is not just a series of lessons but a journey of discovery, growth, and joy. We believe that every child is unique, and our tailored approach ensures that each learner can engage with the content in a way that resonates with their individual needs and interests. By providing a nurturing and stimulating environment, DAWN sets the foundation for future success, preparing children not just for school, but for life.
The DAWN Level A Kit includes:
Free Additional Resources:
• Flash Cards
• Sticker Sheets
• Suggested Activities List, for teachers and parents
• Teacher's Manual
• Digital Learning Resources
Thank you for embarking on this educational journey with us. Together, we can make the dawn of early childhood education a bright and promising start for every child.
PRODUCT PACKAGE AT A GLANCE
Dawn is a carefully crafted activities-based learning program that caters to all domains of Early Childhood Education, including physical, emotional, mental, intellectual, and spiritual development. The program includes textbooks in English, Mathematics, General Awareness, STEM Exploration and Rhymes & Stories. The program also extends ample support to teachers through lesson plans and other assets that help attaining the best outcomes.
Engaging Textbooks
Teacher's Manual
ASSESSMENT
Assessment Rubrics for Teachers
Progress Report Sheets
DIGITAL
Student and Teacher Apps
Learning Videos
Interactive Tasks and Exercises
The classroom program is augmented by the digital world, which includes assets like animated Talking Books, phonic songs, animated rhymes, animations on pre-number concepts, numbers, and shapes; and other interactive activities.
KEY NEP RECOMMENDATIONS
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 represents a transformative shift in the country’s education system. It aims to create a more holistic, dynamic and multidisciplinary approach to education. NEP 2020 focuses on fostering conceptual understanding, skills, values and competencies that align with the demands of the 21st century, while also preserving India’s rich cultural heritage. UOLO is fully committed to actualizing the vision of NEP 2020 by meticulously adhering to its outlined recommendations.
1. Physical and motor development
2. Cognitive development
3. Cultural and artistic development
4. Socio-emotional and ethical development
5. Language and Literacy
6. Numeracy
7. Play and activity-based learning
8. Holistic and multi-faceted learning
9. Inclusion of local traditions of India
10. Technology integration
Competencies and Domains
Teaching and Learning Pedagogy
OUR KEY FEATURES: ALIGNING WITH THE NEP
Rhymes and Stories
Build familiarity with numbers, shapes, measurement and mathematical language and problem solving skills. Encourage development of gross motor skills.
Flash Cards
Assist development of basic numeracy, literacy and fine motor skills in a playful and engaging way.
Drawing and Scribbling activities
Promotes hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
STEM Exploration activities
Encourage curiosity, critical thinking and problem-solving.
Pretend Reading and Drawing
Contribute to development of early reading skills which help children to explain their mathematical reasoning.
Indian and Foreign Art Forms
Exposure to diverse cultures to develop an appreciation for global and local artistic traditions, and connect with cultural heritage.
2 3 4 7 8 9
Let’s Talk!
Picture Dictionary pages that enhance vocabulary and promotes language-rich discussions.
Storytelling and Role-Playing activities
Develop cognitive abilities like sequencing and understanding cause and effect. Allow exploration of emotional expression in social settings to develop empathy and ethics.
Phonological Awareness Activities
Help in grasping the sounds of spoken language, laying the foundation for reading and writing.
Digital Assets
Enhanced auditory learning in an engaging and tech-savvy environment.
Education Standards as per the NCF
The National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage (NCF-FS), released in 2022, is developed based on the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 Its purpose is to enable the implementation of the NEP. The NCF-FS provides guidelines for designing syllabi, textbooks and learning materials for the Foundational Stage in India. It aims to improve the quality of education by making it more relevant, engaging, inclusive, and learner-centric. To achieve this, the NCF has articulated precise Learning Standards through well-defined Curricular Goals and Competency statements. These statements serve to harmonise the syllabus, content, pedagogical practices, and assessment culture, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive educational experience.
Curricular Goals: Curricular Goals are statements that give directions to curriculum development and implementation. They are derived from Aims and are specific to a Stage in education.
Competencies: Competencies are learning achievements that are observable and can be assessed systematically. These Competencies are derived from the Curricular Goals and are expected to be attained by the end of a Stage.
NCF-FS Page 51
Curricular Goals
Children develop sharpness in sensorial perceptions
Competencies
C-2.1 Differentiates between shapes, colours, and their shades
C-2.2 Develops visual memory for symbols and representations
C-2.3 Differentiates sounds and sound patterns by their pitch, volume, and tempo
C-2.4 Differentiates multiple smells and tastes
C-2.5 Develops discrimination in the sense of touch
C-2.6 Begins integrating sensorial perceptions to get a holistic awareness of their experiences
The above is a snapshot of the curricular goals and competencies relationship in the domain of Physical Development for the Foundational Stage (NCF-FS, page 59). The next section shows the coverage of various competencies across domains.
Aligning with NCF for Foundational Years
The NCF-FS highlights the importance of children's all-round and holistic development, also known as the Panchakosha Vikas (Five-fold Development) in the Indian tradition.
Based on the philosophy of Panchakosha Vikas, the five different domains of development recommended in the NCF-FS are as follows: Physical Development, Development of Life Energy, Emotional / Mental Development, Intellectual Development, and Spiritual Development. These domains have been covered extensively in our product, as can be seen from the mapping given below.
Physical Development (Sharirik Vikas)
Development of Life Energy (Pranik Vikas)
Emotional and Mental Development (Manasik Vikas)
Rhymes and songs Circle time activities General awareness
Stories Free play Life skills
Intellectual Development (Bauddhik Vikas)
Spiritual Development (Chaitsik Vikas)
Language and communication Life skills
Sequencing, patterning and sorting activities
Values, ethics and moral reasoning through stories and activity pages
Suggested activities Group activities Picture reading pages STEM exploration Sense of purpose through stories and classroom discussions
Sensory play Connection with nature Art and craft
Circle time activities Energy awareness Social skills
Art and craft Mind–body harmony
Nutrition awareness Health and safety pages
Health and hygiene practices
Activities that enhance gross and fine motor skills
Body awareness
Memory and recall through games, repitition and other cognitive exercises
Art and craft
Activities focusing on problem solving and critical thinking skills
Positive self-concept
Incorporating the principles and guidelines of NCF-FS, our preschool curriculum is designed to provide a holistic and enriching learning experience, nurturing each child's unique potential and preparing them for future success.
A Look Inside
1. Pre-Number Concepts
Sorting and Classifying: Encourage children to sort and classify objects based on different attributes such as colour, size, and shape, building essential categorisation skills.
Spatial Awareness: Develop children's understanding of spatial relationships through activities involving positions (e.g., in and out)
2. Patterns
Recognizing Patterns: Introduce children to simple patterns using objects, colours, and shapes to help them identify and extend repeating sequences.
Creating Patterns: Encourage creativity by having children create their own patterns, fostering early problem-solving skills and logical thinking.
3. Numbers 1 to 20
Number Recognition: Help children recognise and name numbers from 1 to 20 through engaging activities and visual aids.
Counting Skills: Foster one-to-one correspondence by having children count objects up to 20, strengthening their understanding of quantity and order.
Number Sequencing: Encourage children to arrange numbers in the correct sequence, reinforcing their knowledge of numerical order.
4. Shapes
Shape Recognition: Introduce basic shapes such as circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles, helping children identify and name them in their environment.
Shape Properties: Teach children about the attributes of shapes through hands-on activities and visual examples.
5. Counting and Writing Numbers 1 to 20 Counting Practice: Reinforce counting skills by engaging children in counting objects, fingers, and other familiar items, helping them understand the practical application of numbers.
Number Writing: Develop fine motor skills and number recognition by guiding children in tracing and writing numbers from 1 to 20.
6. Oral Math Vocabulary Development through Stories and Rhymes
Math Stories: Enhance vocabulary and comprehension by introducing mathematical concepts through engaging stories that incorporate numbers, counting, and shapes.
Math Rhymes: Use fun and rhythmic math rhymes to introduce and reinforce math vocabulary, helping children remember and apply mathematical language in context.
Interactive Discussions: Foster oral language skills by encouraging children to discuss the math stories and rhymes, promoting their understanding and use of math vocabulary.
7. Includes Suggested Activities for Teachers and Parents
• Developing spatial understanding
• Tips for pattern recognition
• Numbers and counting
• Measurement skills
• Problem-solving and reasoning
• Tips for developing a positive attitude towards mathematics
Big and Small
A bear is big.
Circle the big gift.
A
rabbit is small.
Objectives
Compare objects based on size
Oral maths vocabulary development
Observation
Do and Learn
Colour the big animal.
See and say.
For the teacher
Encourage the children to see the circles and repeat ‘big’ and ‘small’ after you.
Objectives
Tall and Short
A giraffe is tall. A fox is short.
Circle the short objects. Compare objects based on height
Objectives
Do and Learn
Colour the shirt of the tall child.
See and say. tall short tall short
For the teacher
Encourage the children to see the glasses and repeat ‘tall’ and ‘short’ after you.
Objectives
Observation
Visual discrimination
Oral maths vocabulary development
Art integration
How Many Fingers on One Hand?
(Sing and Dance)
How many fingers on one hand?
How many fingers on one hand?
Let’s all count together.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
How many fingers on two hands?
How many fingers on two hands?
Let’s all count together.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
6, 7, 8, 9, 10
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Objectives
Take the animal to the gift by tracing the dotted lines.
Objectives
One-to-One Correspondence One-to-one correspondence
Fine motor skills
Meet Number 1
1elephant, big and grey, Walking slowly on its way.
Show one finger and say, ‘1 finger’. one
Objectives
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Colour the sun.
Objectives
Meet Number 2
2 bears with fur so brown, Rolling and tumbling all around.
Show two fingers and say, ‘2 fingers’.
Objectives
two
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Colour the 2 cherries.
Objectives
Meet Number 3
3 kittens jumping around, Here and there on the ground.
Show three fingers and say ‘3 fingers’. three
Objectives
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Colour the 3 lights.
Objectives
Objectives
Count the objects in each set and circle the correct number. Identification Matching Counting
1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3
Long and Short
Long
Circle the long caterpillar.
Short
Objectives
Do and Learn
This is a short string. Draw a long string.
Tick () the short pencil.
See and say.
short short short long long long
For the teacher
Encourage the children to observe and compare the length of the strings of the toys. Explain that we use ‘long–short’ to compare lengths. Compare the size of more things in the surroundings and the picture.
Objectives
In and Out
The rabbit is in the hat.
The rabbit is out of the hat.
Circle the cat that is out of the box.
Objectives
Observation
Comparison
Visual discrimination
Do and Learn
Trace the line that is inside the circle.
Colour the apple that is out of the basket.
Objectives
Meet Number 4
4 puppies chase and play, Wagging tails all day.
Show four fingers and say,‘4 fingers’. four
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Trace and count the leaves.
Objectives
Meet Number 5
5 ducklings swim and dive, In the pond, they happily jive.
Show five fingers and say, ‘5 fingers’.
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Thumb-print on the 5 bees.
Objectives
One Little Monkey
(Sing and Dance)
One little monkey
Swinging on a tree,
Two little birds
Flying free.
Three little rabbits
Hopping around,
Four little kittens
Sleeping sound.
Buzz-buzz-buzz
Go five little bees, On the flowers
Around the trees.
Objectives
Numbers 1 to 5
Count the birds and match them with the correct number.
Objectives
1
2
3
4
5
Count the fingers and circle the correct number.
Objectives
Numerical skills Association Identification
2 1 4 3 5 2
4 2 3 1 4 5 5 3 1
Matching
Count the objects and paste the correct number sticker.
(Use the sticker sheet)
Objectives
Full and Empty
The bowl is full. The bowl is empty.
Colour the empty flower vase.
Objectives
Observation
Do and Learn
The nest is empty. Make it full by pasting eggs in it.
(Use the sticker sheet)
See and say.
For the teacher
Encourage the children to see the baskets and repeat ‘empty’ and ‘full’ after you.
Objectives
Hot and Cold
The ice cream is cold. The tea is hot.
Circle the hot things.
Objectives
Observation
Comparison
Visual discrimination
Do and Learn
Trace the dotted lines. Colour the picture.
What did you get? An ice cream! Is an ice cream hot, or cold?
See and say.
For the teacher
Encourage the children to see the pictures and repeat ‘hot’ and ‘cold’ after you.
Objectives
Cheenu and Nicky
Cheenu and Nikky are brother and sister. Cheenu and Nikky enter a tent. They see a cheese cube there. Nikky quickly grabs it.
Nikky is in a naughty mood. She runs out with the cheese. Cheenu runs behind her.
Nikky runs up the tent and sits on its top. By the time Cheenu reaches there, she slides down from the other side.
There is a big hula hoop hanging from a tree. Nikky jumps on it and goes round and round. Poor Cheenu gets tired running after her.
Cheenu sits on a square shaped box. Nikky jumps and sits near him. She shares the cheese with Cheenu.
For the teacher
Nikky gives half the cheese to Cheenu. Nikky and Cheenu enjoy the cheese together.
Read out the story to the children. Encourage them to observe the pictures and talk about them. Focus on mathematical concepts such as shapes—tent (triangle), hula-hoop (circle), box (square/rectangle) and so on. Also, talk about bonds between siblings, sharing and caring.
To emphasise pre-number concepts through the story, the following questions can be asked:
1. How many rats are there in the story? What are their names?
2. How many pieces of cheese do they find?
3. Can you name something else that is round like the hula-hoop?
4. What is bigger—tent or box?
5. Do they share the cheese in the end?
Objectives
Circle
Trace the circle with your finger.
We can see a circle in many things. Say their names.
Objectives
I am a circle, I go round and round. All I do is Roll around. plate button doughnut bangle coin Observation Identification
Do and Learn
Trace the outline of the two hula hoops with different colours.
Objectives
Eye-hand coordination
Fine motor skills
Observation
Square
Trace the square with your finger. Colour the square.
I am a square, With all sides same. Turn me around, And I won’t change.
We can see a square in many things. Say their names.
square photo frame
Objectives
ludo
carrom board handkerchief
Do and Learn
Trace the outline of the two squares with different colours.
Objectives
Eye-hand coordination
Fine motor skill
Observation
The Upturned Turtle
See the pictures and listen to the story.
Titu turtle is playing near a river. He slips and falls on his back. He tries to turn around but can’t.
He shouts for help.
A duck comes to help. She can’t turn Titu around.
The duck comes with a rabbit. They try to turn Titu around but they can’t.
A frog is watching them. He gets an idea. He calls a baby elephant for help.
Baby elephant pushes Titu with his trunk. Titu turns around.
Titu is very happy. He thanks the baby elephant and all other animals.
For the teacher
Read out the story to the children. Encourage them to observe the pictures and talk about them. Tell them to count and say the number of animals in each picture. Also, talk about being helpful and thankful.
Objectives
Count the animals and circle the correct number.
Say aloud 1 2 3 4 5
Objectives 2 2 4 5 3 1 3 3 4 5
Observation Association Identification
Count and colour the correct number. Counting Observation Identification
Objectives
3 2 4 5 3 4 2 3
Meet Number 6
6 rabbits hop and play, Jumping in the field all day.
Objectives 1
Show six fingers and say, ‘6 fingers’. six
Do and Learn
Count and say the number of insects.
Thumb-print on the 6 fishes.
Objectives
Meet Number 7
7 fishes with tails so bright, Swimming in the morning light.
Show seven fingers and say, ‘7 fingers’.
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Count and colour the 7 pumpkins.
Objectives
Meet Number 8
8 squirrels gather and play, Chasing each other all day.
Show eight fingers and say, ‘8 fingers’.
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Count and colour the 8 oranges.
Objectives
Meet Number 9
9 chicks chirp and peep, Running around on tiny feet.
Show nine fingers and say, ‘9 fingers’.
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Count and circle 9 water bottles.
Objectives
Meet Number 10
10 parrots fly so high, Colourful wings up in the sky.
Show ten fingers and say, ‘10 fingers’.
Do and Learn
Count and say the number.
Thumb-print on the caterpillar. How many thumb prints did you make?
Objectives
Number Poem
One, two, three, four, five, Once I caught a fish alive. Six, seven, eight, nine, ten, Then I let it go again. Why did you let it go? Because it bit my finger so. Which finger did it bite? This little finger on my right!
Numbers 1 to 10
Count the stars on the balloons. Draw strings to match them to the correct turtles.
Objectives
Identification
1 4 3 5 7
Association
Counting
Follow the numbers from 1 to 10 to take the monkey to the banana.
Objectives 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Identification
Logical thinking
Triangle
Colour the triangle.
I am a triangle, Yes, that’s me! I have sides, One, two, three.
We can see a triangle in many things. Say their names.
Objectives
Observation Identification
sandwich
biscuit
flag
Do and Learn
Trace the outline of the two triangles with thick crayons of different colours.
Objectives
Eye-hand coordination Fine motor skills Observation
Rectangle
Colour the rectangle.
I am a rectangle, With sides short and long. Count my sides, Come along!
We can see a triangle in many things. Say their names.
Objectives
Do and Learn
Trace the outline of the two rectangles with thick crayons of different colours.
Objectives
Observation Identification Sorting
Shapes Together
Match the same shape.
See and say.
For the teacher
Encourage the children to see the shapes and repeat ‘circle’ and ‘square’ after you.
Objectives
Identification
One-to-one correspondence
Visual discrimination
Observation
Colour the same shape in each row.
See and say. triangle
For the teacher
Encourage the children to see the shapes and repeat ‘triangle’ and ‘rectangle’ after you.
Objectives
Write the numbers 1 to 10
Meet Number 11
Trace the number 11 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours.
Trace and write.
Circle the number 11.
Objectives
Meet Number 12
Trace the number 12 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours. 1 2 3
Circle the number 12.
Trace and write. 12 7 12 11 10
Objectives
Meet Number 13
Trace the number 13 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours. 1
Trace and write.
Circle the number 13.
Objectives
Meet Number 14
Trace the number 14 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours.
Trace and write.
Circle the number 14.
11 14 14 11 14
Objectives
Meet Number 15
Trace the number 15 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours.
Trace and write.
Circle the number 15.
Objectives
Meet Number 16
Trace the number 16 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours. 1 2
Trace and write.
Circle the number 16.
16 16 11 12 2
Objectives
Meet Number 17
Trace the number 17 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours.
Trace and write.
Circle the number 17. 11 17 17 3 17
Objectives
Meet Number 18
Trace the number 18 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours.
Trace and write.
Circle the number 18.
Meet Number 19
Trace the number 19 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours.
Trace and write.
Circle the number 19.
Objectives 19 9 19 11 19
Meet Number 20
Trace the number 20 with your finger. Then, trace it with different colours.
Trace and write.
Circle the number 20.
Write the numbers from 1 to 20 in the caterpillars.
Objectives
Writing Sequencing of numbers
Count and Write
Count the coloured dots and write the number.
Objectives
Count and Circle
Count and circle the correct number. 4 3 5 9 12 7 3 9 15 9 8 10 Counting Number to object association
Objectives
Suggested Activities
1. Developing Spatial Understanding
• Activity 1: Shape Hunt
Objective: Recognise and identify basic shapes
Take children on a "shape hunt" around the house or classroom. Ask them to find and point out objects that match specific shapes.
Example: “Can you find something round like a circle?”
Parent/Teacher Tip: Use everyday objects like plates (circle), books (rectangle), and windows (square) to connect shapes with real-world examples.
• Activity 2: Building with Blocks
Objective: Develop an understanding of spatial relationships by arranging objects.
Provide children with different types of blocks or household items to stack and arrange.
Encourage them to create towers, lines, or enclosures, discussing how the pieces fit together.
Parent/Teacher Tip: Ask open-ended questions like, “What happens if you place this block here?” to foster exploration.
2. Understanding Numbers
• Activity 1: Counting Everyday Items
Objective: Practice counting numbers 1–10.
Integrate counting into daily routines, such as counting steps while climbing stairs, pieces of fruit during snack time, or toys during clean-up.
Parent/Teacher Tip: Reinforce the connection between number names and quantities by having children point to each item as they count.
• Activity 2: Number Songs and Rhymes
Objective: Familiarise children with numbers through music and repetition.
Sing counting songs like “Five Little Ducks” or “Ten Green Bottles.” Encourage children to hold up the corresponding number of fingers as they sing.
Parent/Teacher Tip: Incorporate hand movements and visual aids like finger puppets to make counting fun and engaging.
3. Pattern Recognition
• Activity 1: Create Simple Patterns with Beads or Buttons
Objective: Recognize and replicate simple patterns (AB, AAB, ABC).
Provide children with beads, buttons, or coloured blocks and demonstrate a simple pattern. Encourage them to continue the pattern or create their own.
Parent/Teacher Tip: Start with simple two-colour patterns and gradually introduce more complexity as the child becomes comfortable.
• Activity 2: Clap and Tap Patterns
Objective: Identify and reproduce auditory patterns.
Clap or tap a simple rhythm (e.g., clap-clap-tap) and ask the child to repeat it. Increase complexity as they master the basic patterns.
Parent/Teacher Tip: Turn it into a game by taking turns creating and mimicking patterns.
4. Measurement Skills
• Activity 1: Comparing Sizes
Objective: Understand concepts of big, small, tall, short, etc.
Gather objects of various sizes and ask the child to sort them by size or length.
For example, “Can you find something bigger than this book?”
Parent/Teacher Tip: Use vocabulary like "longer," "shorter," "heavier," and "lighter" to develop an understanding of measurement.
• Activity 2: Measuring with Non-Standard Units
Objective: Develop an understanding of measurement using non-standard units.
Use blocks, paperclips, or even the child’s own feet to measure objects around the house or classroom.
Example: “How many blocks long is the table?”
Parent/Teacher Tip: Encourage estimation before measuring to foster reasoning skills.
5. Problem-Solving and Reasoning
• Activity: Puzzle Time
Objective: Develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Provide simple puzzles that require matching shapes or completing a picture. Encourage children to think about where each piece fits.
Parent/Teacher Tip: Offer hints and ask guiding questions like, “What piece do you think goes here, and why?”
6. Learning through Flashcards
• Activity 1: Lay out the number flashcards (1–10) in a row. Provide children with small objects like buttons or blocks. Ask them to place the correct number of objects on each flashcard (e.g., place three buttons on the "3" card).
• Activity 2: Show the child a shape flashcard, such as a circle. Then, ask them to find objects in the room that match the shape (e.g., a clock for a circle, a book for a rectangle).
• Activity 3: Create a simple bingo card with a grid (e.g., 2×2 or 3×3) and place a mix of numbers and shapes in each square. Hold up a flashcard, and if the child has that number or shape on their bingo card, they can place a marker on it. The first to get a row filled (vertically, horizontally, or diagonally) wins.
7. Developing a Positive Attitude Towards Mathematics
• Activity 1: Celebrate Maths Milestones
Objective: Build confidence and a positive attitude towards maths.
Celebrate when the child achieves a new maths skill, such as counting to a higher number or recognising a new shape. Use praise and positive reinforcement.
Parent/Teacher Tip: Avoid pressuring the child and instead focus on making maths fun and enjoyable.
• Activity 2: Incorporate Maths in Daily Life
Objective: Show that math is a part of everyday life.
Involve the child in everyday maths-related activities, like setting the table (counting plates), cooking (measuring ingredients), or shopping (counting items).
Parent/Teacher Tip: Highlight how maths is useful and present in everything they do, fostering a natural interest.
These activities are designed to integrate maths learning seamlessly into a child's daily life, making the learning process both enjoyable and effective. Encouraging a hands-on, play-based approach helps young learners build a strong foundation in maths while developing a lifelong positive attitude towards the subject.
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About the Book
DAWN is a comprehensive, NCF 2022-based Early Childhood Education program that lays a solid foundation for lifelong well-being and holistic growth, encompassing physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development.
This Numeracy Skillbook is specifically designed to develop essential maths skills, including pre-number and number concepts, one-to-one correspondence, sorting, comparing, classification, logical sequencing, and pattern recognition.
Key Features
Additional Resources
• Flash Cards
• Sticker Sheets
• Suggested Activities List, for teacher and parents
• Teacher's Manual
• Digital Resouces
• Assessment Sheets and Holistic Progress Card
• Play-based learning activities, which promote holistic development of the child in all ECE domains
• School readiness, which is assured in the curriculum and learning design
• All-round development, in areas of physical, cognitive, cultural and socio-emotional domains
• Teacher assets, like assessment tools and lesson plans to help maximise program quality and outcomes
About Uolo
Uolo partners with K-12 schools to provide technology-enabled learning programs. We believe that pedagogy and technology must come together to deliver scalable learning experiences that generate measurable outcomes. Uolo is trusted by over 15,000+ schools across India, Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
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