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Cookie Jar
Mathematics is all around us, even in the sweetest of treats! For kindergarten students, learning about numbers and counting can be made even more enjoyable with hands-on activities. That's why we're thrilled to introduce an exciting and interactive resource: Cookie Jars!
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What are Cookie Jars?
Cookie Jars is a free printable resource designed to help kindergarten students practice number recognition and counting skills in a fun and engaging way. With adorable cookie jar templates and delicious-looking cookies, this resource is sure to capture the hearts and minds of young learners.
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How to Use Cookie Jars
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Download the Cookie Jars resource by clicking the button at the bottom of this post. Print out the cookie jar template and enough cookie cutouts for your students.
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Cut out the cookie jar template and laminate it for durability. Then, cut out all the individual cookies.
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Place the cookie jar template in a math center or designated area where students can easily access it.
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Invite students to pick a cookie from the pile and examine the number of chocolate chips on the cookie.
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Based on the number of chocolate chips, students will then place the cookie on the corresponding number inside the cookie jar. For example, if a cookie has 3 chocolate chips, students will place it on the number 3 in the cookie jar.
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Encourage students to count aloud as they place each cookie in the jar, reinforcing both number recognition and counting skills.
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The resource can be used repeatedly in math centers or small group activities, providing students with ample opportunities to practice and reinforce their understanding of numbers.
Benefits of Cookie Jars
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Promotes hands-on learning and engagement with math concepts.
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Reinforces number recognition and counting skills in a playful context.
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Encourages critical thinking as students match cookies to the correct numbers.
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Provides a reusable resource that can be laminated and used over and over again.
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Fosters fine motor skills as students handle and manipulate the cookie cutouts.
Cookie Jars is a delightful resource that adds a dash of sweetness to kindergarten math lessons. With its charming visuals and interactive nature, this resource transforms learning about numbers into a delicious adventure for young learners. Download the Cookie Jars resource below and watch as your students eagerly count their way to mathematical success!
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Turn math time into snack time with Cookie Jars – the perfect recipe for learning fun in kindergarten classrooms everywhere!
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