Description
DESERT NUMBER SAFARI
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Code | SL-B3-05 |
| Activity Goal | To help the child practice addition and subtraction of numbers from 0 to 10 using the number line concept, engaging them in hands-on learning with forward and backward movement. |
| Skills Developed | Numeracy • Problem-Solving • Fine Motor Skills • Critical Thinking • Recall and Application |
Materials Needed
- Activity sheet
- Stick with camel cutout
- Marker with duster
Step-by-Step Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 |
Gather Materials: Collect the activity sheet, camel cutout on a stick, and the marker with a duster. |
| 2 |
Explain the Activity: Tell the child they will place the camel stick in the slit on the activity sheet and move it forward to add and backward to subtract using the number line concept. |
| 3 |
Ask a Question: Give the child an addition or subtraction problem in the space provided to solve using the number line. |
| 4 |
Demonstrate: Show the child how to move the camel forward or backward based on the problem. For example: ‘5 + 2’ — The child will place the stick at 5 and move it forward 2 steps. ‘6 - 3’ — The child will place the stick at 6 and move it backward 3 steps. The child will write the answer in the space provided. |
| 5 |
Review Together: Check the solution with the child and discuss the correct answer. |
Desert Number Safari Kit