Number Word Explorers: Learning to Write 0-10!

Math Grades 1st Grade 12:50 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's learn how to write our numbers as words! We'll explore the spelling of zero to ten and practice writing them down.

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Grade 1: Math Lesson #63 Writing the Numbers 0 - 10 Using Words

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Duration: 12:50
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Key Concepts

  • Number words (zero to ten)
  • Spelling of number words
  • Phonics rules (vowel sounds)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to write the number words zero through ten.
  • Students will be able to identify the correct spelling of number words.
  • Students will understand the relationship between numerals and number words.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by reviewing numbers 0-10 using flashcards with numerals. Ask students what they already know about writing these numbers as words.
  • Video Viewing (10 mins)
    Watch the "Grade 1: Math Lesson #63 Writing the Numbers 0 - 10 Using Words" video. Encourage students to follow along and write the words as they are presented.
  • Guided Practice (15 mins)
    Write each number word on the board (0-10). Have students repeat the spelling aloud. Then, have them write each word 3 times on a worksheet. Focus on tricky spellings like 'eight' and 'one'.
  • Independent Practice (10 mins)
    Give students a worksheet with pictures representing quantities (e.g., 3 apples, 7 stars). Students write the corresponding number word next to each picture.
  • Review and Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review all the number words. Ask students which words they found easiest and which were the most challenging. Briefly discuss any spelling patterns they noticed.

Interactive Exercises

  • Number Word Scramble
    Provide students with scrambled letters of number words (e.g., IENN for NINE). Students unscramble the letters to spell the correct number word.
  • Number Word Bingo
    Create bingo cards with number words. Call out numerals, and students mark off the corresponding number word on their cards.

Discussion Questions

  • What is your favorite number, and can you spell it?
  • Which number word was the hardest to spell? Why?
  • Can you think of any other words that have similar spelling patterns to the number words we learned?

Skills Developed

  • Spelling
  • Number recognition
  • Fine motor skills (writing)
  • Phonemic awareness

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which word is the number 2?

Correct Answer: two

Question 2:

How do you spell the number that comes after five?

Correct Answer: six

Question 3:

Which word is the number 1?

Correct Answer: one

Question 4:

How do you spell the number 0?

Correct Answer: zero

Question 5:

Which word is the number 4?

Correct Answer: four

Question 6:

What number is spelled 'ten'?

Correct Answer: 10

Question 7:

Which word is the number 7?

Correct Answer: seven

Question 8:

How do you spell the number that comes before ten?

Correct Answer: nine

Question 9:

What number is spelled 'three'?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 10:

Which number is spelled 'eight'?

Correct Answer: 8

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The word for 5 is f _ _ e.

Correct Answer: ive

Question 2:

There are _____ fingers on one hand.

Correct Answer: five

Question 3:

The word for 6 is s _ _ .

Correct Answer: ix

Question 4:

You have ______ eyes.

Correct Answer: two

Question 5:

The word for 3 is t _ _ ee.

Correct Answer: hr

Question 6:

The word for 8 is e _ g _ t.

Correct Answer: iht

Question 7:

The word for 9 is n _ _ e.

Correct Answer: ine

Question 8:

The word for 10 is t _ n.

Correct Answer: e

Question 9:

The word for 4 is f _ _ r.

Correct Answer: ou

Question 10:

The word for 1 is o _ e.

Correct Answer: n

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.OA.A.1:Use addition and subtraction within 20 to solve word problems involving situations of adding to, taking from, putting together, taking apart, and comparing, with unknowns in all positions, e.g., by using objects, drawings, and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

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