Cardinality and Counting
Understanding that the cardinal value of a number refers to the quantity, or ‘how many ness’ of things it represents
Understanding that the cardinal value of a number refers to the quantity, or ‘how many ness’ of things it represents
Understanding that comparing numbers involves knowing which numbers are worth more or less than each other
Understanding that one number can be made up from (composed from) two or more smaller numbers
Looking for and finding patterns helps children notice and understand mathematical relationships
Understanding what happens when shapes move, or combine with other shapes, helps develop wider mathematical thinking
Comparing different aspects such as length, weight and volume, as a preliminary to using units to compare later
These areas form the fundamental mathematical basis of a CBeebies series of five-minute animated programmes called Numberblocks. The NCETM has provided support materials linked to the Numberblocks programmes. These are designed to help Early Years draw out and build on the maths embedded in the stories contained in each episode.
Unfortunately not the ones with chocolate chips.
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