Sandpaper Numerals

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Sandpaper Numerals
Math - Numbers 0-10
Sandpaper Numerals 3.JPG
LevelPrimary
Age3 - 4
PrerequisitesTouch Boards
Number Rods

This activity teaches the child the symbols for and names of the numbers 0-9. It also indirectly prepares the child to write the numerals.

Presentation

  1. Take the box of sandpaper numerals to a mat or table. Place it in the upper right corner.
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  2. Remove the first three sandpaper numerals.
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  3. Take the first and trace it. "One." Give the child a turn.
    Sandpaper Numerals 3.JPG

Purpose

Direct Aim: 1. To give the child a sensorial impression of the form of the symbol that corresponds to the quality. 2. To show the succession of numbers 3. To show base 10 4. Recognition of numerals 0-9 5. Preparation for writing numbers

Control of Error

Tactile and visual

Age 3-4 years old

Material

A box containing sandpaper numerals from 0 to 9. They are arranged in sequence with the zero at the end.