Grade 1 Unit 3 The Wonder of Numbers
Step into the fascinating world of numbers and explore addition and subtraction through concrete, pictorial, and symbolic models. Your child will develop computational fluency through engaging activities and stories that ignite your child's curiosity and develop a deep understanding of the magic of numbers, patterns, and the natural world around us.
Most children in grade one already know how to count. But counting is only one element of numeracy. This unit will give you an opportunity to bring each number from 1 to 10 to your child in connection with what makes it up, where it is found in nature, how it is composed, how it can be decomposed, and where it belongs. Your child will learn to identify repeating elements in various contexts, including using Roman Numerals. You will tell stories, play games, and discover the magic, beauty, and significance of numbers in our everyday lives.
This purchase includes one digital curriculum unit with 15 days of lesson plans and 5 days of flexible projects. This unit will inspire you with beautiful images, clear instructions and exciting project ideas.
And that's not all. You will also gain access to the Wonder Hub, which includes supporting documents, videos, resources, and community.
The Wonder of Numbers
Learning Standards
Concept 1: Addition and subtraction with numbers to 10 can be modelled concretely, pictorially, and symbolically to develop computational fluency.
Connection: Adding and subtracting won't be overt during this unit; rather, it will be a living process for which your child will develop a feeling.
Concept 2: Repeating elements in patterns can be identified.
Connection: There is so much patterning in counting. You'll make this overt with the Roman Numerals.
Language Arts:
Concept 1: Curiosity and wonder lead us to new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us.
Connection: You will use verses and songs to stimulate curiosity and have fun with counting.
Concept 2: Stories and other texts help us learn about ourselves and our families.
Connection: You will tell an Indigenous story and stories from different cultures.
Science:
Concept: Observable patterns and cycles occur in the local sky and landscape.
Connections: You will tell the story of 'How Raven Stole the Sun' and offer the wonder of the sun as a living image. You will tell the story of 'Arrow Chain' and offer the wonders of the sun and moon as a living image. You will tell the stories of 'Lowana Mends the Sky' and 'The Star Money', bringing attention to the wonders of the sky.