Pie Counting Fun- Thanksgiving Math with Pumpkin SMASH

Title: Pie Counting Fun Worksheet Featuring Pumpkin SMASH
Suitable For: Preschool and kindergarten students, parents, and educators
Purpose: Engage students in exploring counting skills and number-quantity associations through interactive Thanksgiving-themed activities.

Activity:

• Practice counting (1-20) using number cards.
• Match number cards with quantity cards on Pumpkin SMASH Mats.
• Color and decorate Pumpkin SMASH Mats and cards for a vibrant math experience.
• Showcase creations to demonstrate matching skills.

Tools Needed: Paper, scissors, crayons, pencil, and a brad (paper fastener).
Page Size: 8.5″x 11″ (Letter Size)

User Instructions:

• Meet Your Math Tools: Open your book to find Number Cards, Quantity Cards, and SMASH Mats.
• Let’s Start with Counting: Take a number card, say the number out loud, and practice counting up to that number.
• Match the Cards: Find the quantity card that matches the number, indicating how many items are shown.
• SMASH Mats Time: Spread the SMASH Mat on a table, choose a number and quantity card, and place them on the mat.
• Color and Decorate: Express your creativity by coloring the SMASH Mat and cards to make your math world beautiful.
• Practice, Practice, Practice: Repeat steps 2-5 with different number and quantity cards, aiming to match numbers from 1 to 20.
• Show Off Your Creations: Invite a grown-up or friend to check your SMASH Mats and see how well you’ve matched numbers and quantities.