Exploring Maths through Stories and Rhymes

Active Learning in the Early Years

Janet Rees (Freelance Mathematics Consultant, UK)

$252

Hardback

Not in-store but you can order this
How long will it take?

Availability Information

We source books from suppliers in Australia and overseas. For books we don't currently have in stock, the time it takes to get them from our suppliers can vary widely - from a few days to a few months - so we check each book with each supplier to determine the expected time it will take to be supplied to us.

We then advise you accordingly. If the time taken to get any book is too long for you, you can let us know and we will cancel or adjust your order, and refund as required.

To find out the anticipated arrival time for specific items prior to ordering, please contact us by phone or email:

Phone +61 2 9264 3111, or 1800 4 BOOKS (1800 4 26657) if outside Sydney:
option 1 Abbey's Bookshop (Crime, History, Science, Kids & more) • info@abbeys.com.au
option 2 Language Book Centre (ESL & Foreign Languages) • language@abbeys.com.au
option 3 Galaxy Bookshop (Sci-fi, Fantasy, Romance, Graphic Novels) • sf@galaxybooks.com.au

QTY:

English

Routledge
31 May 2019

Pre-school & kindergarten; Primary & middle schools; Teaching of a specific subject; Educational: Mathematics & numeracy

This practical book is packed with tried-and-tested activities which draw on popular stories and rhymes, and use everyday materials and objects to help young children develop their understanding and enjoyment of mathematical concepts.

By relating ideas of number, shape, size and pattern to everyday contexts, stories and experiences, Exploring Maths through Stories and Rhymes improves confidence, increases understanding and develops children’s desire to engage with maths. Offering a range of creative and exciting activities to encourage hands-on learning and discussion, chapters:

include a range of step-by-step activities which are easily adapted to varying needs, ages and abilities

use popular stories and nursery rhymes as a way of engaging children with mathematical thinking

show how inexpensive, everyday materials can be used to encourage learning

include full colour photographs, photocopiable materials, vocabulary lists and key questions to help the reader get the most out of the ideas described

This practical text will be a go-to resource for early years practitioners and students looking to adopt a creative approach to early years mathematics.

By: Janet Rees (Freelance Mathematics Consultant UK)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 297mm, Width: 210mm,
Weight: 997g
ISBN: 9781138322189
ISBN 10: 1138322180
Pages: 264
Publication Date: 31 May 2019
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Teddy Bears 2. Houses and Homes 3. Big and Little 4. Dinosaurs and Dragons 5. Bags, Boxes and Baskets 6. Mini Beasts and Woodland Animals Resource sheets References and Bibliography Index

Janet Rees is an independent mathematics consultant who has a wealth of experience working with children, parents and teachers.

Reviews for Exploring Maths through Stories and Rhymes: Active Learning in the Early Years

The book is well illustrated and the presentation is easy to follow with plenty of enticing ideas that teachers will be really keen to try out. Linking ideas of number, shape, size and pattern to everyday contexts, stories and experiences engances children's enjoyment and understanding and helps them see the relevance of learning. An excellent practical book for teachers at all career stages. - Sarah Brew, Parents in Touch