Use a marker to write numbers on individual index cards. Under each number, write a number of dots that corresponds to the number printed on the cards. For example, under the number two, draw two dots.
Distribute the cards to a student. Instruct the student to arrange the cards in sequential order.
Provide the student with a pile of manipulatives. Instruct the student to place an amount of manipulatives on each index card that corresponds to the numbers printed on the index cards. They may use the dots drawn on each index card as a guide. For example, on the number two card, the student should place two maipulatives.
Place number cards in the pockets of a pocket chart. Arrange the numbers so they are out of order.
Instruct students to take turns rearranging the numbers so they are in sequential order. The first student should find the number one and place it in the first pocket of the chart; the second student should find the number two and place it in the second pocket of the chard and so on, until the cards have been arranged in sequential order.
Invite students to count the numbers in the pocket chart. Have them point to each of the numbers as they say them.
Print numbers on individual index cards with a marker. Write an amount of number cards that corresponds to the number of students in your class. For example, if you have 26 students in your class, make 26 number cards.
Hide the cards around your classroom. Place the cards in places that are not too obvious, yet not in places that will be too difficult for students to find.
Send your students to search for the number cards. Inform them that once they have found a card, they should return to a predetermined meeting area.
Have students form a line, using their cards to determine the order in which they should stand. For example, the student who has the card with the number one printed on it should stand first in line, followed by the person who has the number two card and so forth, until all of the cards have been arranged in sequential order.