Meet the number 18

Count 18 🐟 one by one and learn how 18 looks and sounds.

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About this lesson

Counting is the first step in maths: each number names an amount and always comes in the same order. In this Maths lesson, children count objects one by one and tap to build the number.

The lesson has 3 key facts, an interactive activity and a 4-question quiz. Each quiz attempt is scored, and up to three stars can be earned.

When to use this lesson

How to practise at home

  1. Play the activity together: count objects one by one and tap to build the number.
  2. Ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words.
  3. Take the quiz and try again until you earn three stars.

Practice questions

Show the 4 practice questions and answers
  1. How many 🐟 are here? 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟 Answer: 18
  2. What number comes after 18? Answer: 19
  3. What number comes before 18? Answer: 17
  4. How do you spell 18? Answer: eighteen

Frequently asked questions

What will my child learn in “Meet the number 18”?

The lesson covers these key facts: 18 is written “eighteen”. It comes after 17 and before 19. 18 is an even number.

Which grade is “Meet the number 18” for?

It is written for Grade 1 pupils studying Maths. Related lessons on counting are listed at the bottom of this page.

How can I help my child practise “Meet the number 18” at home?

Play the activity together, so your child can count objects one by one and tap to build the number. Then ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words and try the 4-question quiz. The quiz awards up to three stars.

Can this lesson be used in class?

Yes. The activity works well on a whiteboard as a starter, and the quiz is a quick check of understanding at the end of the lesson.

Do I need an account to use this lesson?

No. There is no sign-up. Stars and progress are saved in the browser on the device you use.

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