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Nursery Maths Block 5: Begin to Order Number Names

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Nursery maths lesson pack: Begin to order number names | Autumn Block 5

Support early number sequencing with this nursery maths lesson pack on ordering number names, aligned with the EYFS maths framework and White Rose progression. Part of Autumn Block 5, this lesson focuses on helping the children say 1, 2, 3 in the correct order through practical, play-based learning.

Through counting objects, actions and fingers, the children develop confidence in recognising and ordering number names to three. Songs, rhymes and repeated routines support fluency, helping the children remember and apply number sequences in meaningful contexts.

Activities include counting with claps, jumps and real-life objects, encouraging the children to connect spoken number names with actions and quantities. This supports early number recognition, subitising and secure understanding of number order.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step lesson plan with clear whole-class teaching guidance
  • Activities for counting objects, actions and fingers to three
  • Suggested songs and rhymes to develop fluency
  • Continuous provision ideas to reinforce number sequencing

This nursery maths lesson pack supports Development Matters guidance around early counting and number order. It is ideal for teachers looking for EYFS maths planning for Nursery and White Rose aligned number lessons.

This lesson pack forms part of our Nursery maths scheme, providing clear progression across the EYFS and supporting early number development.