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Count and Add

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Overview:

This activity prompts students to count and add objects to find the total, without writing the corresponding equation. Designed for early years students.

Learning Objectives:

Count objects accurately and identify the total.
Strengthen addition skills through visual counting.
Develop number sense by focusing on totals.

How the Activity Works:

Students are shown pictures of objects (e.g., animals, fruits) and are tasked with counting how many objects there are in total. After counting, they write the total number, reinforcing their addition skills without focusing on the equation. This activity is ideal for reinforcing number recognition and addition.

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