Objective

By the end of this lesson, the toddler will be able to recognize and identify numbers using number blocks, while also exploring their creativity through painting.

Materials and Prep

• Number blocks (1-10)
• Paints (assorted colors)
• Paintbrushes
• Plain white paper
• Apron or smock

Note: Make sure the painting area is protected with a plastic sheet or newspaper to avoid any mess.

Activities

1. Introduction to Number Blocks:

Show the toddler the number blocks and explain that each block represents a different number. Demonstrate counting the blocks from 1 to 10.

2. Number Block Painting:

Give the toddler a blank sheet of paper and ask them to choose a number block. Encourage them to dip the block in paint and stamp it on the paper to create a print. Repeat this process with different number blocks and colors.

3. Counting and Identifying:

After the paintings have dried, ask the toddler to count the number of prints they have made. Help them identify the numbers on each print and reinforce their knowledge of numbers.

Toddler Grade Talking Points

• "Look at these special blocks! Each block has a different number on it."
• "Let's count the blocks together. Ready? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10!"
• "Now it's time to get creative! Choose a number block and dip it in paint."
• "Stamp the number block on the paper to make a print. Wow, look at that!"
• "Let's try another number block. Which one do you want to use next?"
• "Keep stamping the blocks on the paper with different colors. Great job!"
• "Now let's count how many prints you made. Can you count them for me?"
• "Look closely at each print. Can you find the number on each one?"
• "You did an amazing job using number blocks and creating beautiful prints!"