Need help counting?

Question

my sister is 4 and she needs to learn her numbers. are there any good websites or techniques that could help her.

Thanks

Answer 1

Children typically develop the ability to count right around age 4 because numbers are an abstract concept that we have made up, so it is not completely natural. So first off, don't panic if she hasn't learned them yet. She's at just the right age.

Second, focus on once concept at a time. For example, focus on learning the symbols for 1, 2, and 3. Once it seems like she has those down, move on to 4, 5, and 6. When she has those down, put 1-6 together, and so on. On the other side, focus on counting using one to one correspondence without the symbols (counting beads by touching each one) or counting how many crackers she can have for a snack. Things like that. Don't put the symbols with the counting until both have been mastered separately. Too many concepts at once can make the child feel frustrated and confused and not want to do it anymore.

Answer 2

Numbers are everywhere, when she is with you, count with her, count her toes, count the eggs in the fridge, count the tires on the car, count the noodles that she eats, etc. There are TV shows that are geared toward young children, make Nick Jr in the mornings, PBS, Disney Channel, etc, as well as websites for all these channels. There are also games, play games with cards, then she is seeing the numbers as well.

Good Luck!

Answer 3

yes make up flash cards, with construction paper, make up 10 cards number them 1 to 10, websights are too old fo0r her, and this the onhly soultion i would know of,

Answer 4

type it in on google that will probably help

Answer 5

get her to count with you when she's eating like for every spoonful or get a bunch of toys or something and encourage her through visible representations. that normally helps.

Answer 6

Just play counting games with her.

Answer 7

Young children are very aware of their surroundings and the language used to describe everyday objects and ideas. You can help enhance your toddler's awareness and recognition of numbers by observing and building on your child's play.

Instructions

STEP 1: Observe your toddler at play. Your toddler will begin to recognize that there are a number of different toys, colors, sizes and shapes in your house. Grab onto the teachable moment by explaining the significance of numbers.

STEP 2: Make a poster with the numbers 1 through 10 on it. Tape the poster to a wall in a room your child plays in often. Refer to the poster when you observe your child noticing a number of similar objects. Say things like, "Do you have two blocks? I see that you have three blue cups. Do you see one red sock?" Point to the poster and show your child the number you are talking about.

STEP 3: Count out loud when playing with your child. If you are stacking blocks, count them as you stack. If you are marching to music, count the steps you take. If you are eating raisins, count the raisins when you put them in your mouth. STEP 4: Play number games in the bathtub. Using a plastic shovel and pail, count the number of water scoops you pour into the pail. Blow bubbles and count the bubbles. Count fingers and toes as you wash them.

STEP 5: Point out numbers you see when you are driving, shopping or taking a walk. There are numbers everywhere in your neighborhood. Point them out to your toddler, and praise your toddler for pointing out numbers to you.

STEP 6: Buy toys that have numbers on them. Puzzles, toy phones, number mats, books - the list is endless. Think about your child's education as well as entertainment when you buy toys. Toys that allow your toddler to actually touch and feel the shape and curvature of the number will help your toddler notice the physical differences between numbers.

STEP 7: Discuss the numbers on toys and make up silly games to play with them. Take a soft foam number and throw it in the air. Scream the name of the number when you throw it up. Anything you do when you are playing to draw attention to numbers will enhance your child's number recognition skills. Tips & Warnings

Praise your toddler often for trying to count and recall numbers. Remember that your child is learning a new skill. Don't be critical of mistakes.

Purchase an educational video about numbers for your toddler to watch. There are some great ones out there.

When you are coloring, draw numbers, and name them as you draw them.

If your child recognizes a number but gives it the wrong name, correct your child by saying something like, "Yes, I see a four. You are good at pointing out numbers."

Show your toddler the differences and similarities of the numbers nine and six by turning them upside down over and over again while saying, "Now it's a six, now it's a nine."

Your toddler will have a short attention span. Don't force your toddler to continue a game if he or she wants to move to something else.

Engage your toddler in learning while you are playing. Trying to get your child to sit down and listen to a lesson on numbers will prove frustrating to you and the child.

Consult your family doctor if you experience extreme frustration or anger when interacting with your child.

Answer 8

blocks, flash cards, pennies