Counting to 20
Count numbers in order from 1 to 20.
Objective
Count numbers in order from 1 to 20.
What it means
Counting is saying numbers in order, one at a time, without skipping any.
Key terms
- before
- the number that comes just earlier
- after
- the number that comes just later
Rules to remember
- Numbers go in order: 1, 2, 3, ... 20.
- Each number is one more than the number before it.
Step by step
- 1Find the numberLocate the given number in the counting sequence.
- 2Count on or backMove forward for 'after', backward for 'before'.
Common mistakes
- Skipping a number while counting.
- Mixing up 'before' and 'after'.
Tips
- Use fingers or a number line to check.
- Say the numbers out loud in order.