Early Childhood Mathematics: Promoting Good Beginnings

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) affirm that high-quality, challenging, and accessible mathematics education for 3- to 6-year-old children is a vital foundation for future mathematics learning. In every early childhood setting, children should experience effective, research-based curriculum and teaching practices. Such high-quality classroom practice requires policies, organizational supports, and adequate resources that enable teachers to do this challenging and important work. This position statement helps to guide effective practice in early childhood surrounding the acquisition of concepts related to mathematics.

Filed under Early Childhood and tagged with development math numeracy early childhood position statement on December 05, 2008 #