Monday, July 6, 2009

Report calls for New Pre-K Focus on Math

Mathematics Learning in Early Childhood: Paths Toward Excellence and Equity, a report released last week by the National Research Council, calls for a new focus on early math skills, which have been neglected in comparison to the strong emphasis on early literacy by early childhood programs. We should be taking advantage of children's natural curiosity about math and their ability and willingness to tackle math. Click here for more information.

Cindy Heine

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