Why not have children relate their learning experience to the real world? Math is the one thing that is universal and can connect with every children as it is the same language across. This activity can be manipulated if educators want to relate the math topic to a science unit such as seasons or plants, or could be a good introduction to science inquiry, by allowing the students to explore their environment. In the picture(s) below, are examples of possible prompts and instructions for children. Including numbers in the lists will ensure that children will have to count in order to make sure they have the right amount, while the scavenger hunt list will give them a variety things to look at and spark interest.
Resource links:
http://theeducatorsspinonit.com/2016/09/number-leaf-scavenger-hunt.html
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