Write the Number 3 | Numeral Recognition | Khan Academy Kids

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In this lesson, students explore the number three, learning its position in the number sequence and how to recognize and write it. They are encouraged to observe their surroundings to identify instances of the number three, highlighting its significance in counting, organization, and everyday life. This engaging approach fosters a foundational understanding of numbers and their practical applications.
  1. What comes before the number three?
  2. Can you find three things around you right now?
  3. Why do you think the number three is important?

Discovering the Number Three

Numbers are all around us in our everyday lives. Today, let’s explore the number three!

What is the Number Three?

The number three is a special number that comes after two and before four. It’s easy to recognize and write. Here’s how you write the number three: 3.

Finding the Number Three

Look around you, and you’ll notice the number three in many places. It might be on a clock, in a book, or even on a sign. Try to spot the number three wherever you go!

Why is the Number Three Important?

The number three is important because it helps us count and organize things. It’s used in math, games, and even in stories. Learning about the number three is a fun way to start understanding numbers better.

Now that you know more about the number three, see if you can find it in your world today!

  • Can you think of three things you see every day that come in groups of three? Share them with your friends or family!
  • Why do you think the number three is used in stories, like “The Three Little Pigs” or “Goldilocks and the Three Bears”? How does it make the story interesting?
  • Imagine you are creating a game. How would you use the number three in your game? What would make it fun and exciting?
  1. Number Three Scavenger Hunt: Go on a scavenger hunt around your home or classroom to find groups of three items. Look for things like three books, three pencils, or three toys. Once you find them, take a picture or draw what you found. Share your discoveries with a friend or family member and explain why you chose those items.

  2. Create a Number Three Art Project: Use art supplies like crayons, markers, or colored paper to create a picture that includes the number three. You can draw three trees, three stars, or even three animals. Think about how you can use the number three in your artwork and share your creation with the class.

  3. Story Time with Three: Think of a story or a favorite fairy tale that includes the number three, like “The Three Little Pigs” or “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” Discuss with a friend or family member why the number three is important in the story. Can you think of your own short story that uses the number three? Try writing or telling your story to someone else.

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