Numerals 0-5
I can correctly form the numerals 0-5.
Numerals 0-5
I can correctly form the numerals 0-5.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A numeral is a digit that represents a number.
- The numerals 0, 1, 2, 3 and 5 are made using one continuous movement and without lifting your pencil.
- The numeral 4 needs the pencil lifted to add a second line.
- The numerals 0 to 5 all sit on the baseline.
Common misconception
Often students will struggle with which direction to go in to form the numerals 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Model clearly using physical things in the room to show which direction they will be drawing. 'To the left, towards the window' for example.
Keywords
Numeral - a symbol or character used to represent a number
Digit - refers to a single number from 0 to 9, like the digits we use when counting or writing numbers
Continuous motion - the smooth and uninterrupted motion we make when writing, without lifting our writing tool from the paper
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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