<DIV><I>Math can't wait.</I> Children who can count with ease before kindergarten have a better shot at future mathematics success—and with this book, it's simple and fun to <B>weave counting and other math concepts into everyday activities.</B> Drawn from the authors’ playful and popular LittleCounters® workshops, this guidebook shows early educators, caregivers, and parents how to use <B>purposeful play</B> with children from birth to 5 to promote mathematical thinking and get them ready for formal math instruction. Packed with easy, no-fear strategies any adult can use—even if you're math-phobic!—this book will help all the teachers in a child's life foster critical early math knowledge and school readiness. <br><br><B>READ THIS BOOK TO</B><UL><LI>Discover amazing facts about the mathematical minds of babies and young children<br><LI>Transform ordinary toys into learning tools that help teach mathematical concepts<br><LI>Organize play environments and activities to encourage math learning<br><LI>Spot teachable moments and add purposeful math talk to daily tasks<br><LI>Teach "meaningful counting"—the skill that underpins children's potential for future math success<br><LI>Infuse math learning into specific daily routines, such as meals, chores, and bedtime<br><LI>Support children's readiness for formal math instruction<br><LI>Get started with your own LittleCounters® workshop—or use the principles right away in your program or home<br></UL><br><B>PRACTICAL MATERIALS:</B> Examples and vignettes; sample activities and scripts of adult-child dialogue; recommended counting books and songs; and a detailed introduction to interactive LittleCounters® workshops, where parents and kids learn and have fun together. <br></DIV>