How to Develop Confident Mathematicians in the Early YearsA Guide for Practitioners and Parents\nAuthor(s): Tony Cotton\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415792806, 978-0415792806\nSynopsis\nShowing how everyday experiences can be used to encourage early mathematical thinking, this book will help you to support young childrens mathematical development through play. \n\nDeveloping Confident Mathematicians in the Early Years explains clearly the stages of mathematical development from birth to five years. It considers how practitioners and parents can create a mathematically rich environment and offers a wealth of practical activities and suggestions for adultchild interactions to enhance childrens mathematical learning. Features include:\n\n60 activities, each covering a core area of mathematical experience measurement, algebra, data handling, counting and calculation\n\nclear explanations of the mathematics taki.