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

  1. 1Find the numberLocate the given number in the counting sequence.
  2. 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.