NCERT Class 1 Mathematics Joyful-Mathematics (English): Chapter 13 — So Many Toys (Data Handling)
This chapter, 'How Many?' from NCERT Class 1 Mathematics Joyful-Mathematics, focuses on developing number sense and comparison skills. Students are encouraged to observe pictures and count different objects, specifically toys and flowers. They learn to compare quantities using terms like 'more than', 'less than', and 'equal to'. The chapter includes exercises on identifying the most and least numerous items within a set, and distinguishing between colours of flowers. It also introduces a 'True or False' section for reinforcing comparison concepts. The 'Project Work' section encourages creative activities like making a card with a flower border and a class survey to count letters in children's names, promoting practical application of counting and comparison in real-life scenarios. This chapter helps build foundational mathematical understanding for young learners.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 1 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Joyful-Mathematics (English) |
| Chapter | Chapter 13 — So Many Toys (Data Handling) |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 253 |
Learning outcomes
- Count and identify different types of toys.
- Compare quantities using 'more than', 'less than', and 'equal to'.
- Count and compare different colours of flowers.
- Identify the most and least numerous items in a given set.
- Apply counting and comparison skills to real-life situations.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| more than | a greater quantity or number |
| less than | a smaller quantity or number |
| equal to | the same in quantity or number |
| number | a mathematical object used to count, measure, and label |
| toys | objects for children to play with |
| flowers | the part of a plant that is often colourful and smells nice |
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Practice questions
- Look at the picture of toys. Which toy has the most number? Answer: This depends on the specific picture provided in the textbook, but the student should be able to identify it by counting.
- If there are 5 blue flowers and 3 red flowers, is the number of blue flowers more than or less than the number of red flowers? Answer: More than
- If there are 4 cars and 4 dolls, are the number of cars equal to, more than, or less than the number of dolls? Answer: Equal to
- Name the colour of flowers that are least in number in the garden picture. Answer: This depends on the specific picture provided in the textbook, but the student should be able to identify it by counting.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main concept taught in NCERT Class 1 Mathematics Chapter 13?
The chapter 'How Many?' teaches students to count objects and compare quantities using terms like 'more than', 'less than', and 'equal to'.
What kind of objects are used for counting in this chapter?
The chapter uses examples like toys (elephants, teddy bears, cars, dolls) and flowers of different colours (blue, orange, red, purple) for counting and comparison.
What does 'more than' mean in the context of this chapter?
'More than' means having a greater number or quantity of something compared to another.
What does 'less than' mean in the context of this chapter?
'Less than' means having a smaller number or quantity of something compared to another.
What is the purpose of the 'Project Work' in this chapter?
The 'Project Work' encourages students to apply their counting and comparison skills creatively, such as making a card or conducting a simple survey in class.
Can students practice comparing numbers in this chapter?
Yes, students can practice comparing numbers through exercises like filling in blanks with 'more than', 'less than', or 'equal to', and through True/False statements.
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NCERT Class 1 Mathematics — Joyful-Mathematics (English) — Chapter 13 — So Many Toys (Data Handling). Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.