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Count large blocks in pairs
Group blocks in twos and count the groups.
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Ten large building blocks suitable for your child's age
Age: 3–5 years; choose for the individual child.
Stay with the child throughout. Check the space and supplies, including anything within reach of younger siblings. Skip any activity that is unsuitable. Stop if a child puts non-food material in their mouth or becomes distressed. Use intact books, full sheets of paper, a large child-appropriate crayon and a clean, dry towel. Follow product labels; remove torn paper and keep broken crayons and caps away from children. Adult handles and stores supplies.
Set up: Place the blocks on a clear, flat surface.
Adult's role: Help make pairs and say the numbers together. Counting each block one at a time is welcome.
Let's make it happen
- Place two blocks side by side. Make another pair and count all four blocks.
- Add more pairs, saying two, four, six, eight and ten as you point to each pair.
- Take one pair away and count the remaining blocks. Try a different arrangement.
Make it simpler: Make one pair and count its two blocks.
Clean up: Count the blocks as you return them to their container.
Use only blocks rated for your child's age, with adult supervision. Keep small pieces away from younger children and mouths.