Count and Stack Christmas Tree
A simple and inexpensive Christmas activity that helps pre-schoolers learn their numbers and practice their building skills as they sort, count and stack a Christmas Tree.
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Time: 5 minutes preparation (and endless play time)
Age: Under 5's
Level: Easy
Materials
10 disposable paper or plastic cups
1 Bow or Star topper
Black Marker
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Method
Turn the cups upside down.
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Write a number on the bottom of each cup from 1-10.
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Stack the cups on a flat surface. Set cups 1-4 in a straight line leaving a little space between each cup.
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Stack cups 5-7 on top of the first row of cups.
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Stack cups 8-9 to form the third row.
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Stack cup 10 on the very top.
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Finish off your Christmas tree with a bow or star topper.
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Let your little one topple the tree and start again!
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To make it more of a puzzle for older kids, mix up the numbers so they have to sort them before stacking.
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Tips: If using plain coloured cups, you can decorate them with Christmas stickers.
Categories
#christmas
#cheap
#paper
#counting
#game
#christmas_tree
#numbers
#easy
#under_5s
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238257 - 2023-07-18 03:52:52