Curriculum Studies: Teaching Mathematics and EC Numeracy Learning Kit

Curriculum Studies: Teaching Mathematics and EC Numeracy
Learning Kit
From Foundation Level to 2 Years
Part A: Learning Resources
This learning tool kit (LTK) targets young learners between 0-2 years. It supports

Curriculum Studies: Teaching Mathematics and EC Numeracy
curricular competencies from the NSW Mathematics Syllabus for the Australian
Curriculum. Designed with self-regulated learning, it is effective in strategic
development of numeracy for progressive classroom development. Its effectiveness is
ideal for use when facilitating the learning of K-2 Mathematics (Authority, 2013). Its
expected learning outcomes meet the NSW Mathematics Syllabus leading to the
development of arithmetic, motor, reasoning, intellectual and concentration skills.
The NSW syllabus for kindergarten level contains a sequence of concepts for
development across different years. Numbers, Geometry Statistics and Shapes are
some of the subject elements at this age. However, instructional material featuring
books and ICT tools are effective. Learners depend on an integrated approach to
learning for individual and group learning activities. This learning kit highlights
essential skills for this foundational stage. It also has consideration for children with
special abilities.
Toys for playful learning
Toys are important for nonverbal reasoning, intellectual skills and numeracy (Nuovo,
Cerniglia, Amata, & Pirrone, 2015). Early childhood development covers the
intellectual, emotional, social and physical development. Math is critical in this
growth and children need to develop a positive attitude towards it. Below are ideas to
use for teaching mathematics skills.
Toy Social and Emotional
Indicator
Precaution
Rainbow Counting Bears Supports children to explore -Choose safe bears for

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curiosity and overcome fears.
This is a transitional object
for caregivers and social
development activities
toddlers and avoid toxic
material (Dowshen,
2014)
-Check for any loose
screws in stuffed bears
-Clean and was
appropriately to prevent
allergic reactions
Marbles -Provide objects for social
interaction, rule games and
intellectual development. -
Boosts motor skills
-Place in a jar to
prevent swallowing
-Use under strict
supervision
Lego Building Blocks -Intellectual development
through visual ability
-Cognitive and problem
solving skills for
mathematical abilities
-Choose high quality
toys
Abacus -Development of analytical
skills
-Faster calculations
-Sharp concentration
-Good for reasoning and
-Avoid
overconcentration

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spatial ability
Math link Cubes -Adds fun and meaning to
mathematics
-Sharpens memory
Explore learning
according to age levels
Math Dice -Great for visualization,
counting, and portable
-Avoid easily crumpled
or wrinkled material
Counting Caterpillar -Colorful and great fun
-Imaginative play
-develops motor skills like
rearranging segments
-light painted toys lose
color and may chip
Toys for Gifted Toddlers
Development toys shape kids skills while providing fun activities (Kewley, 2017).
Toddlers who special abilities will benefit from the following toys:
1. Lego and robot repair coding board game for play time intelligence, creativity
and IQ

Curriculum Studies: Teaching Mathematics and EC Numeracy
It builds the concept of coding with robot repair challenges. It has simple projects that
kids love to explore thus developing a foundation for complex arithmetic tasks in the
future.
2. Hape Crane Lift
It supports numerical intelligence through logical reasoning and machine
intelligence.
3. Melissa & Doug Lacing Beads

Curriculum Studies: Teaching Mathematics and EC Numeracy
Young ones aged 18-24 months can use this tool to make imaginable objects and
numbers. This is critical in the development of motor skills and recognition (Kewley,
2017).
Arithmetic toys designed for intellectual development shape the learners abilities
while improving skills. Some toys help young learners to gain confidence in
numerical subjects. As a complimentary, care givers need to have a variety of toys
designed to stimulate special skills that young ones have.
Montessori Charts and cards
Value cards and chart numbers represent printed material. The Montessori print is
ideal for home and school use. It comprises of ideas that build math’s boost memory
and promotes child activities.