Book
Mathematics through play in the early years / Kate Tucker.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781446269770
- Physical Description: x, 150 p. : ill. ; 30 cm
- Edition: 3rd ed.
- Publisher: London : SAGE, 2014.
Content descriptions
| Formatted Contents Note: | Play and problem solving -- Creating and using a mathematical environment -- Creative recording and mathematical graphics -- Counting and using number -- Pattern -- Shape and space -- Measurement -- Planning, organizing and assessing independent play -- Parents as partners: involving parents in mathematics and play -- Appendices -- Resources -- References -- Index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Mathematics > Study and teaching (Preschool) > Great Britain. Mathematics > Study and teaching (Elementary) > Great Britain. Games in mathematics education > Great Britain. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Decoda Literacy Library. (Show)
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decoda Literacy Library | 372.7044 T83 2014 (Text) | 35410000001065 | General Collection | Volume hold | Available | - |
- Gardners
Updated to include the revised Early Years Foundation Stage, this new edition comes with more activities and examples for playful teaching and covers all the latest topics in the field. - Sage Publications
'The book is grounded in the latest research about how children become effective learners, particularly in relation to mathematics. Bringing together research and practice in an accessible way, Kate Tucker provides an essential resource for all those who work with young children. I strongly recommend it!' - Dr Sue Rogers, Head of Department of Early years and Primary Education, Institute of Education
Offering practical examples of focused, playful teaching this popular book is back for a third edition, with even more activities to use in your setting with children aged from 3 to 8.
Completely updated to include the revised Early Years Foundation Stage, this new edition covers all the hot topics in the field, and now includes:
- a new section on teaching mathematics in Forest School
- more coverage of using ICT to teach mathematics
- more coverage of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- a key vocabulary section at the end of each chapter, and a detailed glossary
- expanded and updated suggestions for Further Reading
- even more activities to use in lessons, with some extended to include 7-8 year olds
With a user-friendly layout, this new edition is an ideal resource for practitioners wishing to enhance their mathematics teaching, and for students wishing to develop their knowledge and understanding of how to use play to teach mathematics.
Kate Tucker is an early years teacher, trainer and writer based in Devon.
