First steps with shapes, measurement and data
Look, measure and record.
Before memorizing names, put objects in front of you. Notice what stays the same and what changes, then explain it your way.
If counting is unfamiliar, begin with one-to-one counting →
Read one step at a time
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A shape stays itself when turned
Identify shapes by their straight sides and vertices, not their colour or direction.
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Flat pictures and solid objects
Distinguish plane shapes from solids and find shapes on flat faces.
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Measure length with equal units
Align starting points and measure with equal units placed without gaps.
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Bigger is not always heavier
Distinguish visible size from weight and compare using identical weights.
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Look at amount, not just height
Measure with the same cup and distinguish the current amount from capacity.
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Clock time and elapsed time differ
Distinguish a clock reading from the time elapsed between start and finish.
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Choose a rule and sort
Keep one rule while sorting objects, then change the rule and sort again.
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Record counts in a table
Count grouped objects once, record them in a table and check against the objects.
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From a table to a bar chart
Read bars from a shared baseline and scale, checking what one unit means.
There is no need to hurry
One story at a time is enough. Revisit a short explanation or try real objects, then explain a different example. A wrong answer offers a way back within the story.
If reading is difficult, a companion can read while the child points or moves objects. Ask how they know rather than supplying an answer.