Let's Write Numbers! 1, 4, and 5 with Mrs. Lawson

Math Grades 1st Grade 5:07 Video
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Lesson Description

Learn to write the numbers 1, 4, and 5 with Mrs. Lawson at the beach! We'll practice how to draw these numbers and find fun ways to remember them.

Video Resource

Grade 1: Math Lesson #3 Writing The Numbers 1, 4, and 5

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Duration: 5:07
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Key Concepts

  • Number recognition (1, 4, and 5)
  • Numeral writing
  • Directionality in numeral formation (top-to-bottom, left-to-right)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to correctly write the numbers 1, 4, and 5.
  • Students will be able to identify the starting point for writing the numbers 1, 4, and 5.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Welcome students and introduce the learning goal: writing the numbers 1, 4, and 5. Show the video and explain they will be learning along with Mrs. Lawson at the beach!
  • Video Viewing (5 mins)
    Play the video 'Grade 1: Math Lesson #3 Writing The Numbers 1, 4, and 5.' Encourage students to follow along and practice writing the numbers in the air or on a whiteboard as they watch.
  • Guided Practice (10 mins)
    After the video, guide students in practicing writing each number on paper. Emphasize the starting point ('plop down' as Mrs. Lawson says) and the direction of the lines. Use descriptive language like 'straight down like a raindrop' and 'across like a car driving'.
  • Creative Exploration (10 mins)
    Encourage students to find creative ways to practice writing the numbers, just like Mrs. Lawson did. They can use sticks, rocks, playdough, or even draw in sand (if available). The goal is to make learning fun and memorable.
  • Review and Assessment (5 mins)
    Review the key points: 1, 4, and 5 all start in about the same position, and focus on the correct formation of each number. Administer the quizzes to assess understanding.

Interactive Exercises

  • Number Hunt
    Hide number cards (1, 4, and 5) around the room. Have students find the cards and practice writing the number on each card.
  • Sand Writing Tray
    Provide a tray filled with sand or salt. Students can use their fingers to practice writing the numbers in the sand, mimicking Mrs. Lawson's beach activity.

Discussion Questions

  • What is your favorite way to practice writing numbers?
  • Why is it important to start writing numbers in the correct place?

Skills Developed

  • Number recognition
  • Fine motor skills
  • Following directions
  • Visual-motor integration

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which number looks like a straight line?

Correct Answer: 1

Question 2:

Which number has a line across the top?

Correct Answer: 5

Question 3:

Mrs. Lawson taught us at the...

Correct Answer: Beach

Question 4:

What do all the numbers we learned today start with?

Correct Answer: A Plop Down

Question 5:

To make a 4, we go plop, vroom, and then...?

Correct Answer: Plop

Question 6:

Which of these things did Mrs. Lawson NOT use to make the numbers?

Correct Answer: Crayons

Question 7:

What sound does Mrs. Lawson make for going across a line?

Correct Answer: Vroom

Question 8:

Which of these numbers did we NOT learn how to write today?

Correct Answer: 2

Question 9:

When we make a 5, after we 'plop' down, we go...?

Correct Answer: Around

Question 10:

Which number has a line going straight across the middle?

Correct Answer: Both 4 and 5

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

Mrs. Lawson taught us how to write the numbers 1, 4, and ____.

Correct Answer: 5

Question 2:

When we write the number 1, we go straight _____.

Correct Answer: down

Question 3:

Mrs. Lawson said the number 4 goes plop, _____, and plop!

Correct Answer: vroom

Question 4:

A raindrop falls straight ______.

Correct Answer: down

Question 5:

To make the number 5, we go down, around, and then _____ across the top.

Correct Answer: line

Question 6:

All of the numbers we practiced today start on the ______.

Correct Answer: left

Question 7:

We can practice writing numbers in the ______.

Correct Answer: sand

Question 8:

The number 1 looks like a straight _____.

Correct Answer: line

Question 9:

Mrs. Lawson went to the _____ to teach us math.

Correct Answer: beach

Question 10:

The number 5 has a line going _____ the top.

Correct Answer: across

Educational Standards

CCSS.Math.Content.1.NBT.A.1:Count to 120, starting at any number less than 120. In this range, read and write numerals and represent a number of objects with a written numeral. CCSS.Math.Content.1.G.A.1:Distinguish between defining attributes (e.g., triangles are closed and three-sided) versus non-defining attributes (e.g., color, orientation, overall size); build and draw shapes to possess defining attributes.

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