Paper
Pencils (for drawing numbers)
Do-a-dot markers or bingo dabbers.Preparation:
Draw large numbers from 0 to 20 on separate sheets of paper. Ensure the numbers are big enough for students to easily dot along their outlines.
Provide each student with a do-a-dot marker or bingo dabber.
Introduction to the Activity:
Explain to students that they will be practicing number formation by dotting along the outlines of the numbers.
Show an example of a dotted number and demonstrate how to use the do-a-dot markers or bingo dabbers.
Dotting the Numbers:
Distribute the pre-drawn number sheets to the students.
Instruct students to use their do-a-dot markers or bingo dabbers to dot along the outline of each number.
Encourage students to follow the shape of the number carefully to practice proper formation.
Practicing with Different Numbers:
Rotate the number sheets among students so they get a chance to practice dotting different numbers up to 20.
Allow students to choose their favorite colors for dotting to make the activity more engaging.
Discussion and Reflection:
Facilitate a discussion where students share their dotted numbers and reflect on the process of forming each number.
Reflect on how practicing number formation helps in building strong number sense and understanding numerical order.