Developing Early Maths through Story: Step-by-step advice for using storytelling as a springboard for maths activities

Leeper, Marion; Muir, Tracey

ISBN 10: 1925145352 / ISBN 13: 9781925145359

Published by Teaching Solutions, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Developing Early Maths through Story: Step-by-step advice for using storytelling as a springboard for maths activities
• Publisher: Teaching Solutions
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1925145352
• ISBN 13: 9781925145359
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Developing Early Maths through Story is a guide to help educators feel more confident about teaching early mathematics. Ideal for use with 3- to 5-year-olds, the book will encourage young learners to engage with mathematical concepts, both outdoors and indoors, and show educators how to help children creatively develop maths skills. The book contains 14 chapters, on numbers 0 to 13. Each chapter includes: a brief outline of a traditional story; EYLF learning objectives; the resources needed; suggestions for younger children and babies; scope for outdoor activities and for using natural materials; further activities, games and extension questions; suggestions for using ICT; and assessment opportunities.

About the Author

Marion Leeper is an early years teacher and storyteller who has used story and small world play to teach maths throughout a 20-year teaching career. She is a regular writer for Early Years Educator magazine, and many of her features focus on story and mathematical thinking.