Author(s): Jenny Weidner,Elaine Bennett
Format: Paperback
No. of Pages: 150
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Language: English
Date Published: 2012-01-11
Dimensions: 172 x 244 x 10mm
Publication City/Country: London, United Kingdom
Edition:
Illustrations: 16 Halftones, black and white; 12 Tables, black and white

Children are born naturally mathematical, so why is it sometimes so difficult to observe children being mathematical? Why do so many of us think we are `bad' at maths and how does this subconsciously affect the provision, experiences and opportunities we provide for young children who are starting their mathematical learning journey?


This easily accessible book will help you to realise the wonderful mathematical learning happening in your setting all day and every day through the familiar resources and experiences routinely offered to young children. It will help you to think more reflectively about what you are providing for children and suggest ways of making provision richer and more exciting for you and the children in your care.


With chapters linked to areas of continuous provision including sand, water, dough, role play, music, outdoors and ICT among many others, this book features:








A wide range of activities including key questions, vocabulary and advice on observations







Lists of key resources







Ideas to support children's mathematical mark making







Useful links to stories and rhymes to engage children and promote mathematical learning







Links to other areas of learning and development







Suggestions for involving parents





Providing a wealth of exciting, meaningful, play-based ways to promote mathematical learning and create a maths rich environment, this highly practical book will help you to develop young children's confidence and enjoyment of maths through your everyday provision. It is a perfect resource for Early Years Practitioners working in all settings, as well as those studying on childcare, Early Childhood and Early Years Professional Status courses.