This counting game is a simple, but fun way for children to practice counting and one-to-one correspondence. A number cube is used to determine how many blocks to stack on the game board. Most children love to see and hear a tower tumble! To lower noise level, the game can be played on a carpet square or mat that will absorb some sound. The cubes, spinners, or cards could be imprinted in a variety of ways to meet the special needs of the children playing the game.
Using this game as a part of a purposefully planned and coordinated set of counting activities would be a wonderful way to expose children to the fun of early mathematics. (author/nmb)
Number, Number Sense and Operations for Early Childhood
Number and Number Sense
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Touch objects and say the number names when counting in the context of daily activities and play (e.g., cookies on a plate, steps on a set of stairs).
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Demonstrate one-to-one correspondence when counting objects (e.g., give one cookie to each child in group).
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Determine "how many" in sets of 5 or fewer objects.
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Identify and name numerals 0-9.
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Participation
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Demonstrate cooperative behaviors, such as helping, turn taking, sharing, comforting and compromising.