Mathematics

Mathematics is all around us even when we don't know we're using it. There are many ways in which children can learn about math. Children tend to learn math best through hands-on activities. Below are five different areas of mathematics and some ideas for how to teach them to your child.

Numbers

Count things 

Sing counting songs and read counting books

Find numbers(numerals) around your home and neighborhood

Ask your child to help solve simple number problems

Provide numerals in diverse materials and encourage your child to trace, copy and write numerals during pretend play and real events 

Geometry

Label shapes and sizes 

Find shapes in the environment 

Encourage your child to climb in, out, under, over, and around things to develop a sense of space 

Build structures with blocks, boxes, and other clean and empty containers

Use words that describe the position (over, under, next to, between, above, behind), direction (forward, backward, up, down), and distance (near, close, far, way over there) 

Measurement

Organize and compare household items

Use conventional and unconventional units to measure things

Include your child in activities that involve measuring

Estimate everything!Talk about time  Algebra Look for patterns in songs, chants, and storybooks

Create patterns using your hand and feet

Hunt for patterns in your house and neighborhood

Create patterns with household items

Explore patterns in numbers 

Data Analysis

Make collections

Sort household items

Make simple charts and graphs