Counting
Compare groups to numbers
Count several original picture groups and circle the one whose quantity matches a selected target number from 1 to 20.
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Compare shape groups
Count two groups of matching shapes and circle the group with more or fewer objects, with maximum quantities of 9, 10 or 12.
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Read whether the page asks for more or fewer. Count both groups and circle the requested group. With directions omitted, use the page for a teacher-led discussion; the reference gives both counts without choosing a graded response.
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Learning objective
What this activity builds
Compare the number of objects in two groups without relying on their spacing, size or arrangement.
Worked example
One group has 7 stars and the other has 5 stars. Which group has more?
The group with 7 stars.
Pair five stars from each group. The first group still has two stars left, so it contains more. If the instruction asked for fewer, the group with 5 stars would be the answer.
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- Pair objects physically before asking the learner to compare two counted totals.
- Have the learner say the requested word, more or fewer, before circling a group.
- Use the no-directions option as an ungraded discussion page. Ask for both counts and discuss both relationships instead of treating one circle as a hidden correct answer.
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