Series: About Early Math
The Importance of Spatial Reasoning in Classrooms
Why Spatial Reasoning Is Crucial For Early Math Education
Mind/Shift
"She began to see her entire math program through a spatial and geometry lens. Even when students were doing number sense activities she would encourage them to gesture with their hands or visualize the number line. She found often kids didn’t have the language to describe spatial positioning, but as they used their hands to gesture they began to find the words."
Go to linkThis article outlines the benefits to spatial reasoning and expanding the learning that children experience regarding spatial reasoning in the early years.