Teaching Mathematics 3-5: Developing Learning In The Foundation Stage Developing learning in the Foundation Stage

Teaching Mathematics 3-5: Developing Learning In The Foundation Stage by Sue Gifford, published by McGraw-Hill Education (UK) in August 2005, is a comprehensive resource designed for educators working with young children. This edition, comprising 193 pages, focuses on adult-initiated, number-focused activities and employs playful, challenging, and sensitive teaching strategies to engage children in foundational mathematics.

Readers will find a detailed exploration of key areas in mathematics, including number, shape and space, measures, and problem solving. The book presents strategies grounded in research and practical experience, illustrated by children’s responses, such as making number jokes. It also addresses appropriate expectations, common difficulties, and offers suggested activities, making it a valuable tool for educators in the field of early childhood education.