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Lesson 3: Clock Time

Getting Started

Questions to Explore

  • How do we measure time?
  • When and how do we use a calendar and clock to keep track of time and to measure change?

Facts and Definitions

  • Time can be measured in hours and minutes.
  • There are sixty minutes in an hour.
  • There are twelve hours on the clock.

Summary of Skills

  • Practice counting by fives (M)
  • Practice reading a clock (M)
  • Compare activities and how much time they may take (M)
  • Read and write numbers (M)

Materials

  • Cardstock
  • Metal brad

Introduction

Ask your child to identify the clocks and watches in the house. Ask her if she can read the numbers on the clock. Show her the difference between a digital clock and a face clock. Explain to her that in order to measure change, we must understand time. Change can be measured in time on a calendar and also on a clock.
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