Counting Numbers 0-36 with Objects, Rhymes and Songs for Pre-School Level 2

Class: Pre-School Level 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 5
Age: 3 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Numeracy
Curriculum Theme: Numeracy
Previous Lesson: Counting numbers 0-20 with objects and songs.
Topic: COUNTING NUMBERS 0-36 WITH OBJECTS, RHYMES AND SONGS
Subject Matter: Oral counting and number pronunciation from 0-36; counting familiar objects; number rhymes and songs.

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain

• Recognise and identify numbers 0-36 on flashcards.
• Orally count numbers from 0 to 36 with correct pronunciation.
• Count a group of objects up to 36.

Affective Domain

• Enjoy participating in counting rhymes and songs.
• Show enthusiasm for learning new numbers.

Psychomotor Domain

• Point to numbers 0-36 as they are called out.
• Use their fingers and toes to count.
• Attempt to make number-like marks (scribble) for numbers 0-36.

Social Domain

• Take turns counting objects with peers and the teacher.
• Participate cooperatively in group counting activities.

Reference Materials

• NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 2 Numeracy
• Early Childhood Care and Education Numeracy Resources
• Suitable early-years numeracy workbooks

Instructional Materials

• Learning Stamps (number stamps)
• Charts displaying numbers 0-36
• Flash Cards with numbers 0-36
• MP4 Player/Tablet/Screen for video playback
• Concrete objects for counting (e.g., bottle tops, beans, blocks, pencils, stones, pupils’ fingers and toes)
• Whiteboard/Chalkboard and markers/chalk
• Plain paper and crayons/pencils for scribbling

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is crucial for 3-year-olds as it builds foundational numeracy skills by extending their counting range to 36. Developing oral counting, number recognition, and one-to-one correspondence with objects helps children understand quantity and prepares them for more complex mathematical concepts in the future. Integrating rhymes and songs makes learning engaging and memorable.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils can already count numbers from 0-20 and recognise some basic numerals.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

COUNTING NUMBERS 0-36 WITH OBJECTS, RHYMES AND SONGS

Learning to count numbers from 0 to 36 helps us know “how many” of things we have.

Oral Counting and Pronunciation

We say numbers clearly, one by one:

Zero, One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten…

…Twenty, Twenty-one, Twenty-two…

…Thirty, Thirty-one, Thirty-two, Thirty-three, Thirty-four, Thirty-five, Thirty-six.

Counting with Objects

We can count many things around us:

• Count your fingers.
• Count your toes.
• Count bottle tops.
• Count pencils.
• Count blocks.

When we count, we touch each object once and say one number for each object.

Counting Rhyme: “Let’s Count to Thirty-Six”

Tune: “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”

Lyrics:

One, two, three, four, five,
Counting numbers, we’re alive.
Six, seven, eight, nine, ten,
Let’s count them once again.
Eleven, twelve, thirteen, fourteen,
Many numbers, brightly seen.
Fifteen, sixteen, seventeen, eighteen,
Counting up, it’s quite keen.
Nineteen, twenty, twenty-one,
Counting numbers is such fun.
Twenty-two, twenty-three, twenty-four,
Let’s count some numbers more.
Twenty-five, twenty-six, twenty-seven,
Counting up to thirty-seven (teacher extends to 36).
Twenty-eight, twenty-nine, thirty,
Counting numbers, neat and tidy.
Thirty-one, thirty-two, thirty-three,
Counting numbers, happy me.
Thirty-four, thirty-five, thirty-six,
Numbers counted, what a mix!

Actions: Clap hands for each number, point to fingers/toes, tap knees, make counting motions with hands.

Watch and Practise Counting

Key Words

• Count – to say numbers in order.
• Number – a word or symbol that tells us “how many.”
• Pronounce – to say words correctly.
• Objects – things we can see and touch.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

• Play-based Learning
• Demonstration
• Guided Practice
• Songs and Rhymes
• Manipulation of Objects
• Repetition
• Picture Talk (using charts and flashcards)
• Question and Answer

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engagement/Review

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils warmly and leads a quick “Good Morning” song. The teacher then asks pupils to recall numbers they counted in the previous lesson (e.g., 0-20) and leads a quick count from 1 to 10.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, sing along, and participate in counting from 1 to 10.

Learning Point: Pupils are engaged and recall prior counting knowledge.

Step 2: Oral Counting and Pronunciation (0-36)

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Modelling/Repetition

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays number charts for 0-36. The teacher points to each number, pronounces it clearly, and leads pupils in repeating the numbers orally from 0 to 36, focusing on correct pronunciation.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, point to numbers on the chart, and repeat the numbers after the teacher.

Learning Point: Pupils learn the correct pronunciation and sequence of numbers 0-36.

Step 3: Counting with Concrete Objects

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher brings out a collection of concrete objects (e.g., bottle tops, blocks). The teacher demonstrates counting groups of objects up to 36, touching each object as it is counted. The teacher then guides pupils to count smaller groups of objects themselves.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the teacher count, then take turns or work in small groups to count objects, touching each one as they say the number.

Learning Point: Pupils develop one-to-one correspondence and associate numbers with quantities.

Step 4: Counting Rhyme/Song

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Creative Expression/Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces the “Let’s Count to Thirty-Six” rhyme. The teacher sings the rhyme with actions, then encourages pupils to sing along and perform the actions.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, sing along with the teacher, and perform the counting actions.

Learning Point: Pupils reinforce number sequence and pronunciation through a fun, memorable activity.

Step 5: Video Reinforcement

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Visual Learning/Engagement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher plays the verified YouTube video for counting. The teacher encourages pupils to watch, listen, and sing along with the video. After the video, the teacher asks pupils to recall some numbers they saw.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the video, sing along, and participate in counting. They respond to the teacher’s questions about numbers.

Learning Point: Pupils consolidate counting skills through visual and auditory reinforcement.

Step 6: Pupil Practice (Fingers, Toes, Scribbling)

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Application/Individual Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils to count their own fingers and toes. The teacher then provides paper and crayons/pencils and encourages pupils to “scribble” or attempt to make number-like marks for numbers 0-36, guiding them gently.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils count their fingers and toes. They then take paper and crayons to attempt making marks for numbers, exploring the shapes of numerals.

Learning Point: Pupils apply counting to their body parts and begin to explore number representation through early writing attempts.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 4–5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher checks pupils’ understanding through short questions and practical tasks.

1. “Can you count these 15 bottle tops for me?”
2. “Show me the number 25 on this flashcard.”
3. “What number comes after 30?”
4. “Let’s sing the counting rhyme together one more time.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute

Teaching Skill: Closure

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises pupils for their participation and effort in learning to count to 36. The teacher reminds them to keep practising counting at home and dismisses the class.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to praise and prepare for dismissal.

Learning Point: Pupils feel encouraged and motivated to continue learning.

Lesson Keywords

• Count – To say numbers in order from one to another.
• Number – A symbol or word that shows how many of something there are.
• Pronounce – To say a word or sound in the correct way.
• Objects – Things that can be seen and touched, used for counting.
• Rhyme – A short poem or song with words that have similar sounds.

Differentiation

• Support: For pupils who are struggling, provide larger, easily manipulable objects. Focus on smaller number ranges first (e.g., 0-10, then 10-20) before moving to higher numbers. Use hand-over-hand guidance for counting objects. Provide more one-on-one repetition of numbers and use flashcards with clear, large numerals.
• Extension: For pupils who grasp the concept quickly, challenge them to count objects arranged in different patterns. Ask them to identify numbers out of sequence or to say the number that comes before or after a given number within the 0-36 range. Encourage them to count familiar items in the classroom or at home and report back.