Mathematics: The Creative Curriculum^® Approach

Young children love mathematics! They are interested in numbers, shapes, sizes, and patterns. They want to know who has more, which is bigger, and how objects fit together. The preschool teacher can use these interests to purposefully build mathematical knowledge and understanding. By carefully planning lessons and maximizing learning in interest areas and throughout the day, children learn math as part of a comprehensive, integrated curriculum. This book supplements The Creative Curriculum^® for Preschool with detailed information on

• number, geometry, data analysis, measurement, and patterns
  
  
• reasoning, problem solving, communication, connections, representations
  
  
• math learning in interest areas, during routines and transition times
  
  
• planning the mathematics program
  
  
• structured math activities
  
  
• adapting instruction for English language learners and children with disabilities