Series: Ideas at Work
Teacher Tom Delves into a Math Activity for Preschoolers
Five Little Goldfish
"This is math, of course, but it's not math. It's a game. I keep it a game by not belaboring mathematical ideas or concepts. Yes, I use terms like 'addition' and 'subtraction' and 'equals,' when I can as part of the natural flow of things, because it's always good to introduce vocabulary words 'in context.' I support the kids in any way necessary to help them figure out how many fish they have."
Go to linkThis counting activity for young children is low stress and explores all the small things that really matter when trying out a new math activity for preschoolers.