Island Counting 1 2 3
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What’s inside...
Take a trip to the Caribbean where on one little island you can find a whole lot of things to count! Here are three brightly painted houses on a hill, five market ladies selling tropical fruit, nine limbo dancers on a sandy beach, ten colorfully dressed children celebrating carnival time, and more. With vivid colors and an invitingly naive touch, Frané Lessac leads a laid-back counting lesson in true island style.
Discussion points
How many animals did you find on the first island? Can you name them?
Which island would you like to visit, and what would you do there?
What numbers do you see on each page and can we count them together?
Can you describe the colors and shapes you see on the islands?
Why do you think it's important to count things?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize the illustrations in the book to help your child connect numbers with objects. For example, point to the pictures and count them out loud together.
Encourage your child to describe different elements of the pictures, enhancing their vocabulary and observational skills.
Ask your child to imagine their own island and what they would like to count on it, nurturing their creativity and storytelling skills.
After reading, relate the counting to everyday situations, like counting toys, to reinforce the concepts learned.
Celebrate their counting successes to build confidence and encourage a love for numbers and reading.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Counting and Numeracy Skills
Explanation: Island Counting 1 2 3 teaches children basic counting and numeracy through bright, engaging illustrations of island-themed objects and scenes.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these skills in everyday situations such as counting toys, steps, or people in a group, enhancing their mathematical foundation.
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: The book includes various aspects of island culture and environment, enabling children to learn about diverse ways of life.
Real-World Application: This exposure helps children appreciate and respect different cultures they may encounter in school or their community.
Example Lesson: Observation Skills
Explanation: Children are encouraged to observe details in the illustrations to find and count the hidden elements.
Real-World Application: This skill can be applied in real life by observing details in their surroundings, enhancing their attention to detail and concentration.