Counting Fun (10-Minute Ideas for the Early Years)

This series will provide a lively range of fresh ideas that are no more than 10 minutes in duration. All the activities will require little or no preparation and are ideal for busy practitioners to slot into the day as required. The ideas will be linked to the Stepping Stones and Early Learning Goals so can be used as part of a planned curriculum. Each book will also contain a selection of time-saving photocopiables designed to encourage children to use a wide range of skills. This book is packed with activities that will support and develop children's counting skills. It will help them to count up to 10 everyday objects, to recognise the number sequence from 1 to 10, to compare two numbers or sets of object and most importantly to gain pleasure and confidence in using numbers. The chapters cover: Numbers as labels and for counting Numbers as sets Rhymes and stories Patterns and structures Measures Shape and space Timed activities to slot in as required. Nothing like it for this age range, Based on the Stepping Stones and Early Learning Goals. Photocopiable sheets. Perfect for students and helpers.