http://www.techyshell.com/blogging/dreambox-learning-teach-your-kids-math-using-the-game/ A definitive tech blog. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:31:11 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://www.techyshell.com/blogging/dreambox-learning-teach-your-kids-math-using-the-game/comment-page-1/#comment-8958 Nicola Mon, 03 May 2010 01:44:35 +0000 http://www.techyshell.com/?p=629#comment-8958 One of the easiest ways to introduce math concepts to preschoolers is through the use of picture books. Picture books with a math theme provide a context and purpose for the exploration of mathematical language and allows children to grapple with mathematical concepts in meaningful contexts. As the language of mathematics is a stumbling block for many students, finding a way to bridge the gap between informal oral language and the formal terminology and symbols of mathematics is important. By providing interesting narratives and colorful illustrations picture books frame the abstractions of math in a way that make them more concrete and approachable. Good math literature stimulates thinking about mathematics, develops and reinforces mathematical language and concepts, enhances a child's understanding of mathematics and promotes enjoyment of the subject. Many books are available which have potential for teaching mathematical terminology and concepts. Good picture books with math themes are plentiful ranging from colorful books about colors, shapes and counting for babies and preschoolers to books presenting a fictionalized look at more advanced concepts such as the Pythagorean Theorem or pi. One of the easiest ways to introduce math concepts to preschoolers is through the use of picture books. Picture books with a math theme provide a context and purpose for the exploration of mathematical language and allows children to grapple with mathematical concepts in meaningful contexts. As the language of mathematics is a stumbling block for many students, finding a way to bridge the gap between informal oral language and the formal terminology and symbols of mathematics is important. By providing interesting narratives and colorful illustrations picture books frame the abstractions of math in a way that make them more concrete and approachable. Good math literature stimulates thinking about mathematics, develops and reinforces mathematical language and concepts, enhances a child’s understanding of mathematics and promotes enjoyment of the subject.
Many books are available which have potential for teaching mathematical terminology and concepts. Good picture books with math themes are plentiful ranging
from colorful books about colors, shapes and counting for babies and preschoolers to books presenting a fictionalized look at more advanced concepts such as the Pythagorean Theorem or pi.

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