Course Overview
The Mathematics course for Year 1 students is designed to introduce young learners to basic mathematical concepts and skills. By the end of the course, students should be able to count, add, subtract, and recognize simple shapes.
Course Goals
- To develop a basic understanding of counting and numbers
- To develop basic addition and subtraction skills
- To be able to recognize and name basic shapes
- To develop an understanding of sorting and classifying objects
Lesson Plan (30 lessons)
Module 1: Counting and Numbers (Lessons 1-10)
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Numbers
- Lesson 2: Counting to 10
- Lesson 3: Counting to 20
- Lesson 4: Counting Objects
- Lesson 5: Number Recognition (1-10)
- Lesson 6: Number Recognition (11-20)
- Lesson 7: Writing Numbers (1-10)
- Lesson 8: Writing Numbers (11-20)
- Lesson 9: Comparing Numbers (1-10)
- Lesson 10: Comparing Numbers (11-20)
Module 2: Addition and Subtraction (Lessons 11-20)
- Lesson 11: Introduction to Addition
- Lesson 12: Addition within 10
- Lesson 13: Addition within 20
- Lesson 14: Introduction to Subtraction
- Lesson 15: Subtraction within 10
- Lesson 16: Subtraction within 20
- Lesson 17: Word Problems (Addition)
- Lesson 18: Word Problems (Subtraction)
- Lesson 19: Review of Addition and Subtraction
- Lesson 20: Assessment of Addition and Subtraction Skills
Module 3: Shapes and Patterns (Lessons 21-30)
- Lesson 21: Recognition of Basic Shapes (Circle, Square, Triangle, Rectangle)
- Lesson 22: Sorting Shapes According to Attributes (Size, Color, Shape)
- Lesson 23: Patterning with Shapes
- Lesson 24: Recognition of Larger Shapes (Hexagon, Rhombus)
- Lesson 25: Sorting Objects According to Attributes (Color, Size, Shape, Texture)
- Lesson 26: Patterning with Objects
- Lesson 27: Review of Shapes and Patterns
- Lesson 28: Introduction to Positional Words (Above, Below, Beside, Between)
- Lesson 29: Following Directions Using Positional Words
- Lesson 30: Assessment of Shape and Pattern Recognition Skills
Conclusion
The Mathematics course for Year 1 students provides a solid foundation for further mathematical learning. It introduces basic counting, addition and subtraction, and shape recognition concepts and skills. The course is designed to be engaging and interactive to help students develop a love for learning and curiosity about mathematics.