Lesson Plan

Adding Fun with Manipulatives Lesson Plan

Introduce kindergarten students to addition by using fun, hands-on activities with visual worksheets and manipulatives over four interactive sessions.

This lesson makes math engaging and accessible, laying a solid foundation in addition through visual and tactile learning experiences.

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Materials

Prep

Preparation and Material Review

10 minutes

Step 1

Session 1: Introduction to Addition

15 minutes

Step 2

Session 2: Guided Practice

15 minutes

Step 3

Session 3: Independent Practice

15 minutes

Step 4

Session 4: Review and Fun Activity

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Adding Fun with Manipulatives

Introduce the lesson with enthusiasm. Emphasize that today they'll learn addition in a fun, hands-on way using manipulatives and colorful worksheets.

Preparation & Overview

Outline the objectives and review the preparation steps with the teacher. Ensure that manipulatives are arranged and worksheets are distributed.

Session 1: Introduction to Addition

Session 1 focuses on introducing addition. Use group discussion and manipulatives to show simple problems. Encourage active participation.

Session 2: Guided Practice

In Session 2, review last session and facilitate a guided practice. Encourage students to work together to solve problems using manipulatives.

Session 3: Independent Practice

For Session 3, allow students to work independently. Monitor their progress and provide positive reinforcement.

Session 4: Review & Fun Activity

Conclude with a fun review. Facilitate an interactive game that uses manipulatives as students solve addition challenges in small groups.

Great Job!

End the lesson with a congratulatory message, highlighting the importance of practice and encouraging continued exploration of math.

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