Module 5- Math K A - Course Guide

Module Overview:

In this module, students will explore the number 6 by learning to count, write, and recognize it in different ways. They will practice finger-painting numbers from 1 to 6, matching sets of objects with equal amounts, and drawing objects to match a given number. Students will also work on counting along a path from 1 to 6, identifying sets with the most items using matching and counting strategies, and comparing groups of objects. These activities will help students strengthen their number sense and comparison skills while making counting fun and hands-on.

Module Materials:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Material(s)
1	The Number 6	colored pencils or crayons finger paints paper
2	Matching Sets	8 buttons;
3	Hopscotch to 6!	colored pencils or crayons sidewalk chalk
4	The Bigger Set	10 dominos;
5	Module 5 Wrap Up	6 chairs;

Module Objectives:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Objective(s)
1	The Number 6	Write the number 6. Count to 6. Finger-paint numbers 1 to 6.
2	Matching Sets	Match a set of objects to a set with an equal number of objects. Draw the same number of objects as members in a given set.
3	Hopscotch to 6!	Find a path counting up from 1 to 6.
4	The Bigger Set	Identify a set with the most items by using matching and counting strategies.
5	Module 5 Wrap Up	Count objects up to 6. Compare sets of objects.

Module Key Words:

Key Words
six 6 match set equal number hopscotch matching strategy compare less more

Module Assignments:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Page #	Assignment Title
1	The Number 6	7	Assignment: The Number 6
2	Matching Sets	9	Assignment: Matching Sets
3	Hopscotch to 6!	7	Assignment: Hopscotch to 6
4	The Bigger Set	7	Assignment: More or Less
5	Module 5 Wrap Up	5	Assignment: Module 5 Wrap Up

Learning Coach Notes:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Notes
1	The Number 6	To help your learner practice writing and counting to 6, have them trace the number 6 in the air with their finger, on paper with a pencil, or in a tray of salt or sand. Encourage them to count out loud from 1 to 6 while tapping or clapping for each number. Provide small objects like buttons, blocks, or coins and have your learner count out groups of 6. For a fun, creative activity, let them finger-paint numbers from 1 to 6, saying each number as they make it. This hands-on practice will help reinforce both number recognition and fine motor skills.
2	Matching Sets	Provide your learner with two groups of objects, such as toy cars and blocks, and have them match each item in one group to an item in the other group until the sets are equal. You can also use items like spoons and forks or cups and plates to make it more fun and meaningful. Next, show your learner a set of objects—such as 4 crayons—and have them draw the same number of shapes, stars, or other simple pictures to match. These activities will help them visually connect quantities and strengthen one-to-one correspondence skills.
3	Hopscotch to 6!	Create a simple path on the floor using paper squares, index cards, or tape, and label each space with the numbers 1 through 6 in order. Have your learner start at 1 and step, hop, or jump to each number while counting aloud to 6. You can also make the path into a “number treasure hunt” by hiding small objects along the way for them to collect in the correct order. These activities make counting from 1 to 6 more active and engaging, while helping your learner connect number order with movement.
4	The Bigger Set	Place two or more groups of objects, such as blocks, buttons, or toy animals, in front of your learner. First, have them match each item in one group to an item in another group, noticing which group has extras left over. Then, have them count the items in each set to confirm which has the most. You can repeat this with different objects or arrangements, encouraging them to explain how they know which set has more. This hands-on matching and counting practice builds a clear understanding of “more” and “most.”
5	Module 5 Wrap Up	Give your learner small groups of objects, such as toy cars, coins, or crayons, and have them count each group out loud, making sure to touch or move each object as they count to avoid skipping or repeating numbers. Once they count the objects, ask them to compare two sets and decide which has more, fewer, or the same number. You can switch the objects around, add or remove items, and encourage your learner to explain their thinking. This helps strengthen both counting skills and the ability to compare quantities.

Guiding Questions
Suggested Books

Module Guiding Questions:

When a student starts a lesson ask them questions to check for prior knowledge and understanding and to review concepts being taught. At the end of the lesson ask the questions again to see if their answer changes.

Lesson Title	Question
The Number 6	Can you count to six? How do you write the number 6?
Matching Sets	How can you tell if something is a match?
Hopscotch to 6!	Can you count to 6?
The Bigger Set	How can you tell when a group is bigger than another group?
Module 5 Wrap Up	What did you learn this week about counting and sets?

Module Video Questions:

When a student watches a video take time to ask them questions about what they watched. Suggested questions for the videos in this module are listed here. Suggestion: Have the student watch the entire video first all the way through. Then have them watch the video a second time, as they watch it pause the video and ask the questions.

Lesson Title	Video	Question

Module Suggested Read Aloud Books:

Take time to read to your student or have them read aloud to you. Read a different book each day. While reading the book point out concepts being taught. You may purchase these books or find them at your local library. Suggested things to discuss while reading the book:

What is the main idea?
What are three things new you learned?
How does this book relate to what you are learning about?

#	Book	Author	Lexile Level
1	Counting Dogs	Eric Barclay
2	Goodnight, Numbers	Danica McKellar	AD190L

Module Outing:

Take some time to apply what your student is learning to the real world. Suggested outings are below.

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