Numbers 1 to 5
Primary 1 · Mathematics
Numbers 1 to 5
Lesson 4 of 8
12 min
Let's begin
Ishimwe counts the eggs in the basket. There are 4 eggs today.
His father is far away in the field. Ishimwe wants to leave him the number.
Today you will write the numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Look at the table. Say the number as you write it.
| Number | How you make it | How many |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | One straight line down. | one bean |
| 2 | A small curve, then a line along the bottom. | two beans |
| 3 | A curve, then one more curve under it. | three beans |
| 4 | Down, then across, then a line down through. | four beans |
| 5 | A hat on top, then down the back, then a round tummy. | five beans |
Trace each one in sand or dust with your finger. Then write it in your book.
Worked example
Ishimwe's eggs.
Step 1 Touch each egg and count: one, two, three, four.
Step 2 The last number is four.
Step 3 Write the number 4.
Someone shows you a card with 3 on it.
Put out stones, one by one, until you reach 3.
Count them again to check: one, two, three. The card says 3. You have 3 stones. Good.
Careful! A number is not just a shape to copy. It tells how many things you have.
Always check. Count your stones. Do they match your number?
Tip
Say it while you write it
Say “four” out loud as your pencil makes the 4.
Then put out that many stones. Your hand and your mouth must agree.
Watch the pencil write 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Write each number in your book. Then tap Show answer to check.
Count and write the number: * *
Answer: 2. Count one, two. Then write 2.
Count and write the number: * * * * *
Answer: 5. Count to five. Then write 5.
Count and write the number: * * *
Answer: 3. Count one, two, three. Then write 3.
Read this number: 4. Now put out that many beans.
Answer: 4 beans. Count them back to check: one, two, three, four.
Mutesi has 1 goat. Write the number for how many goats she has.
Answer: 1. One goat is written as one line down.
What you learned today
Quick check
Match each number to its word.
Tap one on the left, then its partner on the right.
