Skip Counting by Hundreds in Outer Space

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This engaging animated music video teaches students how to skip count by hundreds up to 2,000. Set in an 8-bit retro space environment, a rocket ship travels through the cosmos while a catchy song guides learners through the counting sequence. The video breaks down the pattern of counting by explaining that adding two zeros to single digits creates hundreds, providing a helpful mental math strategy for young learners. The content covers three distinct counting sequences: first from 100 to 1,000, then extending to 2,000 using standard place value terminology (e.g., "one thousand one hundred"), and finally revisiting the sequence to introduce alternative naming conventions (e.g., "eleven hundred"). Between counting segments, a humorous character floats through space kicking asteroids, providing an entertaining break that maintains student engagement. Ideally suited for 2nd and 3rd grade math classrooms, this video supports number sense and place value standards. It is an excellent tool for introducing skip counting, reinforcing the structure of large numbers, and clarifying the confusing dual-naming systems often used for four-digit numbers. The rhythmic nature of the song aids in memorization, making it perfect for whole-class participation or active learning breaks.