Math Clip Art--Counting Examples--Skip Counting on a Number Line 08

Topic

Numbers

Description

This math clip art image continues the series on skip counting by 2's, now showing a number line with a skip count to 14. It builds upon the previous images by extending the count from 0 to 2, then to 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and now to 14. The number line clearly marks 0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14, with arrows indicating the movements between each number.

This visual representation is crucial for solidifying the concept of skip counting and helping students recognize patterns in numbers. By showing the progression through multiple steps, it helps students understand the consistency and predictability in counting by 2's. The equal intervals between the numbers (0 to 2, 2 to 4, 4 to 6, 6 to 8, 8 to 10, 10 to 12, 12 to 14) visually demonstrate the pattern in skip counting.

The use of such math clip art is invaluable in teaching skip counting and number patterns. It provides a clear, visual model that helps students grasp the concept of equal intervals and patterns in numbers. This approach is particularly effective for visual learners and can make abstract mathematical concepts more tangible and easier to understand.

Teacher's Script: "Let's continue our skip counting adventure! We started at 0, then jumped to 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and now where are we? That's right, 14! Can you see how we're making the same size jump each time? Each jump is worth 2. Let's count together: 0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14. Excellent! You're becoming skip counting experts. Can you think of any real-life situations where we might use skip counting by 2's?"

For a complete collection of math clip art related to Numbers and Counting click on this link: Skip-Counting on a Number Line Collection.