Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will understand the concept of time, specifically focusing on the idea of waiting and how long 27 seconds feels. They will learn to count and recognize numbers in a fun and engaging way.

Materials and Prep

No materials are needed for this lesson. Before starting, ensure the student is in a comfortable and quiet environment where they can focus on the activities without distractions.

Activities

• Counting to 27: Start by counting together from 1 to 27. Use your fingers to show the numbers as you count. This helps the student visualize the numbers and understand how many there are.

• Waiting Game: Set a timer for 27 seconds (you can use a timer on a phone or just count down). Explain to the student that they will wait quietly for that time. You can ask them to observe what they see around them during this time.

• 27-Second Dance Party: After waiting, have a quick dance party that lasts exactly 27 seconds! Play some fun music and dance together, counting down the seconds as you go!

Talking Points

• "Do you know how long 27 seconds is? Let's count together and find out!"
• "When we wait for 27 seconds, we can look around and see all the cool things in our room!"
• "Dancing for 27 seconds is so much fun! Let's count down together while we dance!"
• "How do you feel after waiting for 27 seconds? Was it hard or easy to wait?"