Objective

By the end of this lesson, Amari will be able to recognize and count numbers with the help of Sesame Street characters.

Materials and Prep

• Sesame Street toys or books
• Colorful counting blocks or toys
• Clear space for activities

No prior knowledge needed, just enthusiasm and curiosity!

Activities

• Counting with Elmo: Use the colorful counting blocks to count along with Elmo from Sesame Street.
• Matching Game with Cookie Monster: Match the number of cookies with the corresponding number on the board.
• Grover's Hide and Seek: Hide a certain number of toys and have Amari find them while counting out loud.

Talking Points

• Quotation: "Look, Elmo has 1, 2, 3 blocks! Can you count with Elmo?"
• Quotation: "Cookie Monster loves cookies! Let's count how many cookies he has. 1, 2, 3!"
• Quotation: "Oh no, Grover is hiding! Let's find 1, 2, 3 toys. Ready, set, go!"