Writing numbers 1-20

Math

• The child has learned to recognize and write the numbers 1-20.
• They have practiced counting objects and matching the correct numeral to the quantity.
• They have learned the sequence of numbers from 1 to 20.
• They have gained an understanding of the concept of ordinal numbers by writing numbers in order.

For continued development, encourage the child to explore writing numbers in different contexts. They can practice writing numbers in a variety of materials such as sand, playdough, or on a whiteboard. They can also engage in activities that involve counting and writing numbers, such as counting the number of steps they take or the number of objects they see in their environment.

Book Recommendations

• One Monkey Too Many by Jackie French Koller: This book introduces numbers 1-20 through an entertaining story about a group of monkeys.
• Counting Crocodiles by Judy Sierra: In this book, the main character uses clever tactics to outsmart a group of crocodiles, incorporating numbers 1-20 along the way.
• Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 by Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson: This book combines numbers and the alphabet, as the numbers race each other up a coconut tree.