- The child learned how to count and represent numbers using tally marks.
- The child learned how to make tally marks by drawing vertical lines.
- The child learned how to group tally marks in sets of five.
- The child learned how to count tally marks to determine the total number represented.
- The child learned how to compare quantities by comparing the number of tally marks.
Continued development related to the activity can include:
- Introducing larger numbers and practicing making tally marks for those numbers.
- Using tally marks to keep track of scores or points in games or activities.
- Creating a tally chart to collect data and practice counting and representing numbers.
- Exploring other ways to represent numbers, such as using dots, pictures, or written numerals.
- Playing games that involve counting and comparing tally marks, such as "Who has more?" or "Guess the number."