50 Fantastic Ideas for Tuff Tray Mathematics

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The tuff tray is a staple resource in Early Years settings that supports many different styles of learning and play, including incorporating early mathematics through invitations to play. The tuff tray is extremely versatile and its shape and height promotes collaborative play as young children negotiate space and resources. 50 Fantastic Ideas for Tuff Tray Mathematics is filled with inspiring ideas for exploring mathematical concepts such as size, shape, capacity, quantity, distance, volume and numbers using tuff trays. From comparing the sizes of small world toys to looking at spaghetti lengths, Sally Wright presents opportunities for mathematical learning objectives to be met in an exciting and creative way.

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Sally Wright has worked in the Early Years for over 10 years and is a qualified teachers with a BA (Hons) degree in Early Years Childhood Studies. She currently works full time providing home education and care as a childminder and has been awarded 'outstanding' by Ofsted at three inspections in this role. Sally is an Early Years Network Leader and also runs and co-manages an independent Early Years Play Group setting. She provides learning and development opportunities for children, parents and providers, and is the author of 50 Fantastic Ideas for Tuff Trays.