You will need:
A Marker
(I recommend using larger type blocks like Lego Duplo because there is more space to write larger numbers if you need.)
Counting & Ordering Numbers 1-20 Activity
For this simple activity, I labeled the numbers 1-20 on the individual Lego blocks. On the opposite side of each block, I drew the amount of dots to represent the number (optional).
Once ready to begin the activity, spread the blocks out and jumble the numbers around as in the picture below. Keep all of the numerals facing upwards. Then, set the challenge to build a tower putting the numbers in the correct order from 1-20.
If stuck on the number, count the dots!
Differentiation option for older kids – Comparing and Ordering Larger Numbers
This activity can easily be adapted to suit older kids to work on comparing ordering larger numbers.
To do this, all I would do is label the blocks with the numbers appropriate to challenge the level of difficulty my students need.. Below is an example set for ordering 4-digit numbers.
It’s available in four different levels to choose difficulty from. Click on the grade level version below to find out what number range/s are explored in each..
