Progress with Oxford: Counting Age 3-4 - Prepare for School with Essential Maths Skills
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Progress with Oxford: Counting Age 3-4, authored by Nicola Palin, offers an engaging foundation for early math skills crucial for young learners. This book is meticulously crafted to align with child development at ages 3-4, ensuring the math concepts are presented in an age-appropriate and easily digestible manner. It provides a balanced mix of fun and education, fostering both confidence and competence in basic counting. This book guarantees not only improvements in numerical literacy but also offers activities that parents and children can explore together, making learning a delightful shared experience. Additionally, the Progress with Counting up to 10 Age 3-4 workbook offers further counting practice up to 10, integrating fun activities with effective learning strategies. It includes tools like picture clues and stickers to keep children motivated and supported, helping them progress independently. A progress chart in the book helps track achievements, ensuring clarity on what to learn next.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-4
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Can you find a page where the number five is shown? What five objects can you see?
How many animals are in this picture? Let’s count them together!
What number comes after eight? Let’s turn the pages to find it!
Can you show me how you would use your fingers to count to ten?
What is the largest number you can find in the book? Can you count up to that number?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a cheerful and encouraging tone to make counting fun and engaging.
Allow the child to turn the pages themselves, fostering independence and fine motor skills.
Praise their efforts and correct gently, ensuring they feel confident and supported.
Relate numbers to real-world scenarios to deepen their understanding and relevance.
Alternate between asking questions and letting them ask you questions to keep the interaction dynamic.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Numbers
Explanation: This book introduces young children to the basics of counting and understanding numbers through interactive activities and practical examples.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these skills daily when counting objects around the house or comparing quantities, helping them grasp foundational math concepts.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Through engaging exercises, children are encouraged to solve simple math problems which enhance their cognitive abilities to think critically.
Real-World Application: This ability translates into better decision-making skills in real-life situations such as sharing toys fairly or distributing snacks among friends.
Example Lesson: Following Instructions
Explanation: The book includes activities that require children to follow step-by-step instructions, boosting their ability to focus and execute tasks.
Real-World Application: This skill is crucial in classroom settings and helps children in following directions and completing assignments effectively.
Example Lesson: Boosting Confidence with Numbers
Explanation: As children complete the tasks successfully, their confidence in handling mathematical concepts grows.
Real-World Application: This self-assurance can encourage them to participate more actively in school-based math activities and view learning as an enjoyable process.
Example Lesson: Understanding Sequence
Explanation: Activities like arranging numbers in the correct order or understanding what comes next in a sequence hone conceptual and logical thinking.
Real-World Application: Knowing how to organize or prioritize tasks can help children manage daily routines more efficiently, fostering independence from an early age.