Time

Math

• The child learns to recognize and identify basic units of time such as seconds, minutes, and hours.
• They understand the concept of the passing of time and can distinguish between activities that happen in the morning, afternoon, and evening.
• The child can sequence events based on their order of occurrence, allowing them to understand the concept of before and after.
• They learn to tell time on an analog clock, identifying the position of the hour and minute hands.

Encourage the child to continue developing their understanding of time by incorporating it into their daily routine. Have them practice telling time by asking them to identify the hour and minute hands on a clock at different times throughout the day. Engage them in activities where they need to sequence events in order, reinforcing the concept of before and after. Additionally, you can use timers or countdowns during games or tasks to help them grasp the passing of time in a more tangible way.

Book Recommendations

• The Grouchy Ladybug by Eric Carle: This book follows a ladybug as it encounters various animals and activities throughout the day, teaching children about time and the concept of sharing.
• What Time Is It, Mr. Crocodile? by Judy Sierra: In this book, Mr. Crocodile plans to meet his friends at a particular time, but he always seems to be late. Children will enjoy guessing the time and learning about punctuality.
• Telling Time with Big Mama Cat by Dan Harper: This story follows Big Mama Cat and her kittens as they go through their daily routines. The book introduces different times of the day and helps children understand how time is related to activities.