Mathematics in early years education / [electronic resource] Ann Montague-Smith; Tony Cotton; Alice Hansen; Alison Price.

Learning mathematics in early years settings Planning, organising, and assessing for mathematics Number and counting Calculating and problem solving with number Pattern Shape and space Measures : making comparisons Sorting, matching, and handling data

This fourth edition of the best-selling 'Mathematics in Early Years Education' provides an accessible introduction to the teaching of mathematics in the early years. Covering all areas of mathematics - number and counting, calculation, pattern, shape, measures and data handling - it provides a wide range of practical activities and guidance on how to support young children's mathematical development. There is also guidance on managing the transition to KS1 and a strong emphasis throughout on creating home links and working in partnership with parents. This new edition has been fully updated to incorporate the latest research and thinking in this area