Ornament Christmas Tree Math
Understanding the relationship between numbers and quantities is an important skill in the beginning of your child's relationship with math. When children see a number, they should be able to pair objects with that number. Your child should also be able to count out objects for the number 1-10. This activity will allow your child to practice these skills while decorating a tree for Christmas.
Start by preparing this activity for your child by printing and cutting the trees and stars. You can print as many trees as you want or you can choose to move the star after completing one number.
Next, provide your child with a variety of small items to decorate the tree. Please choose items that will work for your child. Place the items in a tray or cupcake lines. Place a star at the top of the tree.
As you child works here are some questions and comments you can make.
- "What number is this?"
- "Can you put that many on the tree to decorate it?"
- "Put one on at a time and count as you put each item on."
- "How many did you put on the tree?"
Provide your child with different sizes and colors of pom poms to decorate the tree.
Large colorful buttons used to decorate the tree.
Snowflakes purchased from a craft store is another easy option for adding to the tree.
Sequin it more difficult to pick up and may be a good choice for older children.
Kim
