Count how many, up to 10
Learning how to count is the foundation of your child's math development, and counting real groups is where number words start to do useful work. In kindergarten your child will count up to 20 objects and, in 1st grade, larger collections grouped into tens. Counting out a requested number, like 7 spoons, also teaches your child to hold a target in mind and stop on it, which they use whenever they measure or add a set amount.
In this video, your child will learn to count to find how many.
The lesson stops at each question for your child's answer.
Three problems, each a little harder
Each problem is worked step by step. Your child will solve the last one before Bobby shows how.
Example 1
How many dots?
Example 2
How many dots?
Your child's turn
How many dots?
The three key steps
- 1Say one number for each dot.
- 2In a circle, don't count the first dot twice.
- 3The last number tells how many.
Mistakes to listen for
- Continuing to count round and round in a circle, without marking where they began.
- Counting past the target when asked for 6 crayons, and carrying on to the end of the box.
- Losing track in a scattered group of five, counting some twice and missing others, though a line of five goes fine.
The lesson shows every step, so your child sees why it works. Read our parent's guide to counting groups of up to 10 things →
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Questions parents ask
Does my child need an account to watch?
No. You can watch this on any device at any time. If your child would like to practice counting groups of up to 10 things, and you'd like parent-friendly reports on your child's progress and growth, you can join Bobby's Math Club for unlimited free practice.
What happens when my child answers a question?
A right answer gets a cheer, and the lesson carries on. If your child isn't sure, they can tap "I don't know yet", and Bobby gives the answer and shows another example. Nothing is scored or stored.
Is this the same lesson that's on YouTube?
Yes. Here, the lesson stops at each question and waits for your child to answer. On YouTube, each question stays on screen for a few seconds, and then the lesson plays on.
Where can I learn more?
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