Learning about numbers

 

In Reception, we focus on the six key areas of early mathematics learning. 

Cardinality and Counting Comparison Composition Pattern Shape and Space Measures

Cardinality and Counting

Understanding that the cardinal value of a number refers to the quantity, or ‘howmanyness’ of things it represents

Comparison

Understanding that comparing numbers involves knowing which numbers are worth more or less than each other

Composition

Understanding that one number can be made up from (composed from) two or more smaller numbers

Pattern

Looking for and finding patterns helps children notice and understand mathematical relationships

Shape and Space

Understanding what happens when shapes move, or combine with other shapes, helps develop wider mathematical thinking

Measures

Comparing different aspects such as length, weight and volume, as a preliminary to using units to compare later

 

We use the Numberblocks to help us teach the children all about numbers. The CBeebies page has lots of Numberblocks games that the children can play. https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/shows/numberblocks

 

Please click on the documents below for activities to do with the children at home.

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