Grade R Lesson Plan: Exploring Numbers through Counting (Mathematics) Lesson Objectives: - Students will be able to recognize and count numbers from 1 to 10. - Students will demonstrate understanding

Subject: Mathematics Theme: Introduction to Shapes Lesson Plan: 1. Lesson Objectives: - Introduce students to basic shapes: circle, square, triangle, and rectangle. - Help students identify these shapes in their everyday environment. - Develop students knowledge to distinguish between these shapes. (Total: 5 marks) 2. Introduction (5 marks): - Brief discussion about shapes, asking students what shapes they already know. - Show students examples of each basic shape and explain how they look like (using visual aids like flashcards). 3. Content Knowledge (5 marks): - Explanation and display of each shape using flashcards. - Talk about attributes of each shape (e.g., a square has four equal sides, a triangle has three sides). - Show examples of objects in the classroom that have these shapes. 4. Anticipated Learner Involvement (5 marks): - Interactive activities where students are asked to identify shapes within the classroom. - Participate in a hands-on activity where they get to draw and colorize the shapes. - A game of 'I spy' focusing on spotting different shapes. 5. Focused, well-thought-out questions (5 marks): - What shape is this? - How many sides/corners does this shape have? - Can you find an example of this shape in the room? 6. Selection, appropriateness and value of resources (5 marks): - Flashcards with different shapes for visual aid. - Drawing sheets and coloring tools to engage students in hands-on activities. - Classroom objects serving as real-life examples of shapes. TOTAL: 25 marks