Early Numeracy: Mathematical activities for 3 to 5 year olds

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This highly practical text provides support for teachers and helps satisfy government guidelines with over 100 activities to introduce mathematical concepts. The resource offers a range of versatile activities and full colour illustrations throughout to help engage the reader and help support best teaching practice.

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'A brilliant collection of enjoyable mathematical activities for young children beginning to learn in a formal situation. In-depth overviews of the concepts, with a useful cross-reference guide to the activities, provide a valuable means towards tracking progress.' Alan Thwaites, author and primary maths specialist, East Sussex -- Alan Thwaites
'Fun is an essential part of learning maths, and the activities and games in this book give teachers and children an enjoyable and practical range of ideas to use and develop in any early years setting.' Rose Griffiths, University of Leicester -- Rose Griffiths

Author Bio

Margaret Sangster was formerly Principal Lecturer and Programme Director of the BA (Hons) in Primary Education at Canterbury Christ Church University, UK. She worked for many years as a primary teacher, and as a mathematics advisory teacher before moving to Higher Education. Dr Rona Catterall has a wealth of experience as a senior lecturer in mathematics education. Before moving into higher education she worked with children aged 3 to 11 as a class teacher, a deputy-head, an acting headteacher and as a mathematics advisory teacher in the North West of England.