Materials List:
– Mini cauldrons
– Halloween themed objects (such as plastic spiders, bats, pumpkins, or ghosts)
– Marker

Preschool Learning Objectives:
– To recognize numbers 1-10
– To practice counting and one-to-one correspondence
– To develop fine motor skills by placing objects inside the cauldrons

Preschool Teacher Instructions:
1. Write numbers 1-10 on the mini cauldrons using the marker.
2. Place the cauldrons on a table along with the Halloween themed objects.
3. Have the students pick a cauldron and identify the number written on it.
4. Ask the students to count out the correct number of Halloween themed objects and place them inside the cauldron.
5. Encourage the students to practice counting out loud as they place each object in the cauldron.
6. Provide support and guidance as needed, helping students who may struggle with counting or number recognition.

Teacher Tips for Differentiated Instruction:
– For students who are just beginning to learn numbers, provide visual aids such as dots on the cauldron to help them count.
– For students who are more advanced, challenge them to count objects in different combinations to reach the same number.

Assessment Suggestions:
– Observe students as they count and place objects in the cauldrons to assess their number recognition and counting skills.
– Engage with students during the activity to gauge their understanding of numbers 1-10 and their ability to count accurately.