Counting 1-10 Robot Craft

Counting robot 1-10 craft

Make counting from 1-10 fun! This is usually one of the first things that I teach my young ESL/EFL learners.

I use a variety of methods which can include building blocks, large printed numbers laid on the floor or songs.

If you’re looking for other enjoyable ways to teach your kids numbers, have a look at the list below.

HOW TO TEACH CHILDREN TO COUNT FROM 1-10

10 fun counting activities

1. Singing songs: There are many fun songs that can help children learn to count. You can find these songs on YouTube or create your own. One example is “Ten Little Indians”.
2. Counting objects: Give children objects to count, such as blocks or toys. Start with a small number of objects and gradually increase the number.
3. Counting fingers: Ask children to hold up their fingers and count along with you.
4. Flashcards: Use flashcards with the numbers 1-10 on them. You can make your own or buy them online.
5. Number games: There are many games that involve counting, such as “I Spy” or “Counting Ducks”. These games can make counting more fun and engaging for children.
6. Counting books: There are many books for children that focus on counting. These books often have bright pictures and simple text that make counting easy and fun.
7. Using a number line: Draw a number line with the numbers 1-10 on it and ask children to point to each number as you count along.
8. Counting songs and videos: There are many songs and videos available online that can help children learn to count. You can find these on YouTube or other websites.
9. Counting games: There are many online games that involve counting. These games can be a fun and interactive way to teach children to count.
10. Repetition: Repeat counting exercises frequently to help children remember the numbers. Practice counting with your child every day to reinforce their understanding of the numbers 1-10

This Super Simple song is one of my favourites. The catchy tune will get your kids counting in no time.

Now that you have got them counting, lets also teach them to recognise the numbers.

HOW TO TEACH CHILDREN TO RECOGNISE NUMBERS 1-10

10 fun activities for number recognition

1. Singing songs: There are many fun songs that can help children learn to count and recognise numbers. You can find these songs on YouTube or create your own. One example is “Ten Little Indians”.
2. Counting objects: Give children objects to count, such as blocks or toys. Start with a small number of objects and gradually increase the number. This can also help them recognise numbers visually.
3. Flashcards: Use flashcards with the numbers 1-10 on them. Show the flashcards to the child and ask them to identify the numbers. You can also use these flashcards for counting exercises.
4. Number games: There are many games that involve counting and recognizing numbers, such as “I Spy” or “Number Bingo”. These games can make learning fun and engaging.
5. Counting books: There are many books for children that focus on counting and recognizing numbers. These books often have bright pictures and simple text that make counting and recognizing numbers easy and fun.
6. Using a number line: Draw a number line with the numbers 1-10 on it and ask children to point to each number as you count along. This can help them learn to count and recognise numbers in sequence.
7. Counting songs and videos: There are many songs and videos available online that can help children learn to count and recognise numbers. You can find these on YouTube or other websites.
8. Number puzzles: Use number puzzles to help children recognise numbers. For example, use a puzzle with the numbers 1-10 and ask the child to match the pieces to the correct number.
9. Number tracing: Have children trace numbers with their fingers or with a pencil. This can help them become more familiar with the shape of each number, and also help with number recognition.
10. Real-life examples: Use real-life examples to help children recognise numbers. For example, show them the numbers on a clock or a telephone and ask them to identify each number. This can also help with counting exercises.

To add more fun to my lessons I have created this super cute counting 1-10 robot craft.

This craft includes three different number wheels for you to choose from.

I have also included a blank robot template and a robot parts page for those who which to make a robot without the counting wheel.

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Have fun! 🤖

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