1st Edition
How to Develop Confident Mathematicians in the Early Years A Guide for Practitioners and Parents
Preface
Section 1 Supporting young children’s mathematical development
Introduction
Chapter 1 The developing young mathematician
Chapter 2 Creating a mathematically-rich environment
Chapter 3 Parents as partners
Chapter 4 Preparing for big-school
Section 2 Activities to develop confident mathematicians
Introduction
Chapter 5 Number: Counting and ordering
Chapter 6 Number: Calculating
Chapter 7 Shape and space
Chapter 8 Measurement
Chapter 9 Algebra
Chapter 10 Data Handling
Section 3 Appendices
Appendix 1: Glossary
Appendix 2: Useful websites and further reading
Appendix 3: Resources
Biography
Tony Cotton taught mathematics in primary and secondary schools for 15 years before moving into teacher education. He became an independent consultant and full-time writer in 2012 but continues to train teachers around the world. He has written many books for teachers and learners of mathematics.
