Most cultures have a system of counting.
The numerals and words may vary between languages.
For example:

English	1	one
Indonesian	1	satu
French	1	un

What you have to do!

Your task is to teach a younger learner to count from one to ten in a language other than English.
To do this you are required to make either a slide show, or a BIG BOOK or wall charts.

Instructions
1. Select a language other than English.
2. Research how to write and pronounce the numbers one to ten in this language.
3. Prepare a presentation which can be easily used by a younger learner.

Where do I find the information?
Sites of the World Wide Web:
Foreign Languages for Travelers
View Movies made by children counting numbers from 1-10 in other languages
Spanish 1 - 20

Other Resources:
School Library
LOTE teacher
LOTE CDROM programsWhat do I do with the information?

• Assemble the information you have gathered to create a slide show that a younger student can use to learn how to count from 1 to 10 in your language. You may need to decorate the slides to make them more attractive. (If you do not know how to make a slide show click here for KidPix Deluxe or Kid Pix Three)

OR

• Create a BIG BOOK or Wallchart with the same information.

THEN

• Use either your Slide Show or BIG BOOK/Wallchart to teach a younger student how to count from 1 to 10 in your chosen language.

Are you a good teacher?
Bring your student to your teacher along with your teaching aid.
Your teacher will ask your student to count to ten in the language that you have chosen and ask the student if they liked your teaching.
Your assignment will be assessed on the accuracy and quality of your presentation and its effectiveness as a teaching tool for a younger learner. Extension Work
Find out if there are any counting patterns in the language you have chosen.
Can you see any similiarities in language sounds, e.g. initial sounds?
Are there differences within counting systems across cultures?