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Introduces in sequence the numbers 1 through 9. The concept of counting is presented by showing a numeral and a corresponding number of shapes. At the beginning of the activity, the numeral 1 floats to the center of the screen. The child then presses the number key '''1''', and one shape pops on the screen. Next 2 floats to the center; the child presses '''2''', and two shapes pop on the screen, one at a time. The activity continues in this way through the numeral 9.
====="Number Please?"=====
Reinforces the number identification and counting skills introduced in "Counting Up." When a number key is pressed, a corresponding number of shapes pop on the display screen, one at time, with accompanying musical notes. Then the numeral appears in the center of the screen. Another number is then selected and pressed. The activity continues until five numbers have been entered.
====="How Many Things?"=====
Is a true counting activity. A random number of shapes appears on the display screen one at a time, with a musical note sounding as each shape pops on. The child counts the shapes and presses the appropriate number key on the keyboard. The numeral then appears and flashes in the center of the screen. After several seconds the screen clears, and a new set of shapes appears. The activity is played ten times. Is a true counting activity. A random number of shapes appears on the display screen one at a time, with a musical note sounding as each shape pops on. The child counts the shapes and presses the appropriate number key on the keyboard. The numeral then appears and flashes in the center of the screen. After several seconds the screen clears, and a new set of shapes appears. The activity is played ten times.
