Writing Numbers with the Beach! (2, 3, and 7)

Math Grades 1st Grade 5:36 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's learn how to write the numbers 2, 3, and 7 the right way! We'll see how they all start on the left side and practice making them with fun materials.

Video Resource

Grade 1: Math Lesson #5 Writing the Numbers 2, 3, and 7

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Duration: 5:36
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Key Concepts

  • Number Recognition (2, 3, 7)
  • Number Formation (Correct Stroke Order)
  • Left-to-Right Directionality

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to correctly write the numbers 2, 3, and 7.
  • Students will understand that the numbers 2, 3, and 7 start on the left side and move to the right as they're written.
  • Students will be able to use various materials to practice writing the numbers.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Watch the video featuring a lesson at the beach! Pay close attention to how the teacher makes the numbers 2, 3, and 7 using rocks and shells. Notice how she describes the direction to write each number.
  • Practice Writing (10 mins)
    Find different materials like chalk, pencils, sticks, or even sand to practice writing the numbers 2, 3, and 7. Remember to start each number on the left side and follow the directions from the video. Try making each number several times to get it just right!
  • Creative Number Art (10 mins)
    Get creative! Use nature items like leaves, flowers, or small stones to make the shape of the numbers 2, 3, and 7. Take a picture of your number art to share with your class or teacher.
  • Review and Share (5 mins)
    Review the video again. Can you write the numbers in the air with your finger while watching? Share your favorite way to make each number with someone!

Interactive Exercises

  • Sand Writing Tray
    Fill a tray with sand, salt, or sugar. Have the student use their finger to practice writing the numbers 2, 3, and 7 in the tray. This provides a tactile learning experience.
  • Number Hunt
    Look around your home or classroom for the numbers 2, 3, and 7. They might be on clocks, books, or signs. Point them out and practice writing them down.

Discussion Questions

  • What are some other materials you could use to practice writing numbers?
  • Why is it important to start writing these numbers on the left side?
  • Which of these numbers (2, 3, or 7) do you think is the easiest to write? Why?

Skills Developed

  • Number Formation
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Directional Awareness (Left to Right)

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which way do we start writing the number 2?

Correct Answer: On the left

Question 2:

How many curves does the number 3 have?

Correct Answer: Two curves

Question 3:

What shape do we make when writing the number 7?

Correct Answer: Two sticks

Question 4:

Which number goes 'around a curve and then wheeze down the hill'?

Correct Answer: 2

Question 5:

The number 3 is like making two of what shape?

Correct Answer: Half a circle

Question 6:

Which of these numbers do we slide down the hill when writing?

Correct Answer: 7

Question 7:

What direction do these numbers start in?

Correct Answer: Left to Right

Question 8:

What did the teacher use to make numbers in the video?

Correct Answer: Rocks and shells

Question 9:

Which number is the easiest for you to write?

Correct Answer: All are the same

Question 10:

What are you using to practice writing numbers?

Correct Answer: Pencil and paper

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The number 2 starts on the ______ side.

Correct Answer: left

Question 2:

The number 3 has two ________.

Correct Answer: curves

Question 3:

The number 7 has two _________.

Correct Answer: sticks

Question 4:

We can practice writing numbers in the _________.

Correct Answer: sand

Question 5:

When we write the number 2, we go down a big _______.

Correct Answer: hill

Question 6:

The number 7 slides ________ the hill.

Correct Answer: down

Question 7:

Number 3 is like making half a _______ and another half a _________.

Correct Answer: circle

Question 8:

The number 2 goes ________ a curve.

Correct Answer: around

Question 9:

We can use ________ to make our numbers.

Correct Answer: rocks

Question 10:

We vroom across like a ______ when writing number 2.

Correct Answer: car

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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