Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to identify and understand the number 1, recognizing it as the first counting number and learning to associate it with one object.

Materials and Prep

• One small toy (like a teddy bear or a ball)
• A piece of paper and a crayon
• A small container (like a cup or a box)
• Optional: A mirror to see reflections

Before the lesson, make sure the student is comfortable and ready to explore the concept of the number 1 through fun activities!

Activities

• Counting One Toy: Start by showing the student the small toy. Ask them to count it with you. "How many toys do we have? Just one!" This helps them associate the number 1 with a single object.

• Drawing One Thing: Give the student the paper and crayon. Encourage them to draw one thing, like one sun or one flower. "Can you draw just one sun? That's perfect!" This reinforces the concept of 'one' through creativity.

• Finding One Item: Ask the student to find one item in the room and put it in the container. "Can you find one thing to put in this cup? Great job!" This activity encourages them to look for and identify a single item.

• Looking in the Mirror: If using a mirror, show the student their reflection. "Look! There is one you in the mirror! Just one!" This helps them understand the concept of 'one' in a fun and personal way.

Talking Points

• "What number do we have here? It's just one! Can you say 'one'?"
• "One is the first number we count. Can you count with me? One!"
• "When we have one toy, we can play with it all by itself!"
• "You are one special kid! There is only one you in the whole wide world!"