Welcome! Today we'll learn how to compare quantities - finding which group has more or less. This is an important skill for young children. Let's start by looking at two groups of fruits and comparing them visually.
Now let's count to compare! We have 4 blocks and 2 balls. When we count, we can see that 4 is more than 2, and 2 is less than 4. Counting gives us exact numbers to compare, making it easier to know which group has more or less.
Now let's learn about equal groups! Here we have 3 stars and 3 hearts. When we count both groups, we get the same number: 3. This means the groups are equal - they have exactly the same amount. We can say 3 equals 3, or both groups are the same size.
Now it's time to practice! Look at these two groups: we have 5 cars and 2 planes. Can you tell which group has more? Let's count together - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 cars, and 1, 2 planes. Since 5 is greater than 2, the cars have more! Great job practicing comparison!
Excellent work! You've learned how to compare quantities using the important words MORE, LESS, and EQUAL. Remember, when one group has a bigger number, it has MORE. When it has a smaller number, it has LESS. When both groups have the same number, they are EQUAL. Keep practicing with toys, snacks, and objects around you every day!