Addition and Subtraction – Counting Caterpillar

- Year groups
- Reception (Early Years), Years 1–3 (Key Stages 1–2)
- File type
- Preparation
- Print ready
- Subject
- Numbers, Maths
- Topic
- Addition, Subtraction
- Resource types
- Worksheets
- Preparation
- Print ready
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About this resource
Counting Caterpillar is an immersive tool designed for Reception, Year 2 and Year 3 students, that combines colours and numbers for compelling learning experiences. It's primarily geared towards developing a strong number sense through interactive play.
Concepts Covered:
- Addition
- Subtraction
- Numerical exploration and understanding
- Promotion of autonomous learning
The resource has been designed to effortlessly integrate into different teaching methods, be it independent study scenarios or supervised group activities.
Simplicity of Setup:
This game requires minimal setup: Just print out the sheets (preferably on sturdy card), laminate them for durability, and they're all set to be used!
Description:
The tool incorporates visually appealing elements with numbers ranging from 0 to 10 in a vibrant caterpillar format. This design fosters focused engagement from the learners during their interaction with the various mathematical concepts on offer.
Note:This resource proves especially potent within a maths centre setup when overseen by an educator during class hours.Beyond The Classroom Benefits:
Besides classroom numeracy skills enhancement, this resource is also effective at simplifying mathematical comprehension in everyday living scenarios like calculating the number of fingers on a hand or counting apples at home.
Making Learning Fun Yet Educational
'ADDITION AND SUBTRACTION - Counting Caterpillar' balances fun with education while promoting mastery over essential arithmetic concepts primarily targeted at lower primary levels. Its convenience, effectiveness, and easy-to-understand nature ensures seamless integration into any teaching strategy. Format:
The product is downloadable and provided in PDF format.
Homeschooling or State School?
No matter your choice of institution, ensure to include the 'ADDITION AND SUBTRACTION - Counting Caterpillar' in your maths kit for an immersive and effective number sense learning experience!
In the classroom
Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
Solve the addition and subtraction facts printed on the caterpillar leaves
Match a fact to the numeral that shows its result
Teaching tips
The game is assembled inside a card folder before use; the bilingual directions walk through the setup.
Skills covered
Fact recall — matching addition and subtraction leaves to the correct caterpillar segment
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Concepts & topics
Core concepts
Addition facts
Subtraction facts
Numeral recognition
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