Fun and Fundamental Math for Young Children: Building a Strong Foundation in PreK-Grade 2

Educators of young children who don’t yet know the work of Marian Small are in for a gift–a treasure trove to enhance their teaching and thinking about math. This book focuses on the most important concepts and skills needed to provide early learners (preK-2) with a strong foundation in mathematics, in ways that are fun for both children and educators! For each mathematical concept, professional developer Marian Small provides sample activities and lessons, as well as guidance for using children’s books, games, manipulatives, and electronic devices. This resource also demonstrates how to differentiate instruction using tasks and questions designed to include all students. Like other Marian Small bestsellers, the text features her special brand of lucid explanation of difficult concepts, fresh and engaging teaching examples, troubleshooting tips, and formative assessments. Fun and Fundamental Math for Young Children is separated into special grade level sections for pre-K, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. It can be used with any early childhood curriculum or as a stand-alone program in preschools. Book Features: The why as well as the how for teaching math to young children. A focus on the value of play in learning math concepts. 225 unique and interesting games and activities designed to build important math skills. Recommendations of read-aloud and other books that are both fun and support math understanding. Detailed strategies to help parents support their children’s learning at home. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Visit Marian Small’s website onetwoinfinity.ca for in-person and online professional development. “Marian Small has once again shared a beautiful blend of pedagogy and practice. Only this time she’s written a book specifically for preschool through 2nd-grade teachers. Within the first few pages it quickly became apparent that, whether you are a new or veteran teacher, your knowledge and appreciation of and for primary mathematics will grow page by page.” –From the foreword by Graham Fletcher, math specialist, Atlanta, Georgia “Marian Small has succeeded in describing the development of major aspects of children’s mathematical thinking and, most importantly, in connecting them to many interesting and useful classroom activities.” –Herbert Ginsburg, professor emeritus, Teachers College, Columbia University “I love this book! The ideas are invaluable and the attention to detail is amazing. It shows teachers exactly how to help students think more deeply about open questions and tasks. Marian small is brilliant.” –Nicki Newton, math consultant