This third edition of the best-selling Mathematics in Nursery Education provides an accessible introduction to the teaching of mathematics in the early years. Covering all areas of mathematics learning - number and counting, calculation, pattern, shape, measures and data handling - it summarises the research findings and underlying key concepts and explains how adults can help children to learn through practical experiences, discussion and more direct intervention.
This new edition has been fully updated to incorporate the latest research and thinking in this area and includes:
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Ann Montague-Smith was formerly Principal Lecturer in Primary Education at the University of Worcester.
Alison J. Price has worked extensively with 3-7-year-olds in a range of settings and was formerly Principal Lecturer in Primary Teacher Education at Oxford Brookes University.
Tony Cotton taught mathematics in primary and secondary schools for 15 years before moving into teacher education. He became an independent consultant and full-time writer in 2012 but continues to train teachers around the world. He has written many books for teachers and learners of mathematics.
More about Tony CottonAlice Hansen is the Director of Children Count Ltd where she is educational consultant. Her work includes running professional development courses and events for teachers and teacher trainers, research and publishing. Alice has worked in education in England and abroad. Prior to her current work she was a primary mathematics tutor and the programme leader fo
More about Alice HansenAnn Montague-Smith was formerly Principal Lecturer in Primary Education at the University of Worcester.
Alison J. Price has worked extensively with 3-7-year-olds in a range of settings and was formerly Principal Lecturer in Primary Teacher Education at Oxford Brookes University.
