Activities to Teach Students About Counting – Up to 100
![](https://dev.theedadvocate.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NTI5NzE_qy9jau9X6AfQij8W-4032-NOC-660x400.jpg)
As a teacher, one of the most important skills to teach in the early grades is counting. By the end of first grade, students should be able to count to 100. But how do you make counting fun and engaging for young children? Here are a few activities to help teach your students about counting up to 100:
1. Counting Books
Read aloud counting books to your students. The act of counting along with a story helps children understand the concept of counting. A few examples of counting books include “10 Little Ladybugs,” “One is a Snail, Ten is a Crab,” and “Counting Crocodiles.”
2. Counting Videos
Show your students animated videos or songs about counting. This is another way to make counting more fun and can also help auditory learners. There are several counting songs on popular websites like YouTube that you can use.
3. Counting Manipulatives
Manipulatives are a great tool to help teach counting. Give students objects to count such as counters, beads, or even snacks like goldfish crackers or raisins. Have them count the objects out loud and practice skip-counting by twos or fives.
4. Counting Games
Play counting games with your students during breaks or free time. Games like “I Spy” and “Number Bingo” require counting and can help students practice their counting skills.
5. Counting Charts
Create counting charts for your classroom or have students make their own. These charts can help reinforce counting patterns and can also be used for reference. As a fun activity, have students color in each number as they count up to 100.
Incorporating these activities into your lessons can make counting fun and less intimidating for students. It’s important to remember that every child learns at their own pace, so be patient and provide opportunities for extra practice. With these activities, your students will be sure to master counting up to 100 in no time!