Creating sets by sorting is for me a fundamental basis of virtual mathematics. A set is basically a collection of objects with distinct properties. And for kids, we do this mostly with the basic activity of sorting.
Since it's the midterm break, Mavi and I will be doing lots of math activities. We'll be reviewing basic math concepts using manipulatives for retention :)
First on my list is the concept of "sets".
For toddlers, this is just a sorting activity. But for a kindergarten, I have to elaborate that it's all about making collections or groups.
WHAT YOU NEED:
- counters and other manipulatives (buttons, bear counters, patterning shapes)
- instead of using a sorting cup or tray, I used colored cardstock
Here's how I set them all up on a table. I prepared instructions on a strip of paper for him to read and work on.
Each instruction varies, like: "set of seven red objects", "set of three blue buttons", "set of four squares".
And we also revisited our Numbers and Counters :) My son loves this!
We'll do basic addition and measuring next :)
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