1st Edition
Supporting Early Mathematical Development Practical Approaches to Play-Based Learning
List of tables Introduction 1. Fear, anxiety and other emotions 2. General Principals 3. Specific Principles 4. Connecting Curricula 5. Early Years Foundation Stage Mathematics 6. Understanding Number 7. Understanding number operations: addition and subtraction 8. Understanding number operations: multiplication and division 9. Problem Solving Conclusion Reflecting on your Learning References Index
Biography
Caroline McGrath writes from first-hand experience, having worked as a Nursery and Reception class teacher both in the UK and for The British Council in Spain. She is programme manager for the Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies at the City of Bristol College, in partnership with the University of Plymouth.
"The depth of knowledge and expertise of Caroline McGrath is clearly apparent. She conveys her concepts in a logical manner which demystify mathematics and makes the subject accessible to all educators. It is a hugely impressive body of work that provides an important contribution to the literature on mathematical thinking. This is an essential resource for educators and I hope in turn it will lead to more children gaining confidence in their mathematical thinking."
- Pete Moorhouse (FRSA), Early Years Creative Consultant
