Grade 1 Mathematics Activities
Back to Mathematics CurriculumThese activities are designed to support the Grade 1 Mathematics curriculum. They provide hands-on, engaging experiences that help students develop number sense, spatial awareness, measurement skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Number Detectives
Number Sense Activity
Students become "number detectives" as they search for numbers in the classroom and school environment. They record the numbers they find and discuss where numbers are used in everyday life.
- Clipboards
- Recording sheets
- Pencils
- Magnifying glasses (optional)
Shape Hunt
Geometry Activity
Students explore the classroom and school to find examples of different 2D shapes. They create a collage of shapes using pictures or drawings of the shapes they discovered.
- Shape cards
- Clipboards
- Paper
- Scissors and glue
- Cameras (optional)
Measurement Olympics
Measurement Activity
Students participate in a series of measurement challenges, using non-standard units to measure distance, capacity, and time. They record their results and compare measurements.
- Unifix cubes
- Paper clips
- String
- Cups
- Sand timer
- Recording sheets
Our Favorite Things Graph
Data and Probability Activity
Students collect and organize data about their favorite things (colors, fruits, animals, etc.). They create a simple graph to represent the data and answer questions about their findings.
- Chart paper
- Sticky notes
- Markers
- Picture cards
Ten Frame Fun
Number Sense Activity
Students use ten frames to explore number relationships, particularly combinations that make 10. They play games and complete activities that develop their understanding of numbers to 20.
- Ten frames
- Counters
- Number cards
- Recording sheets
Pattern Block Puzzles
Geometry Activity
Students use pattern blocks to create and extend patterns, fill in outlines, and solve spatial puzzles. This activity develops spatial reasoning and geometric thinking.
- Pattern blocks
- Pattern cards
- Outline puzzles
- Paper for tracing