Simple Math Activites that Help Children Develop Numeracy

 

Awareness of Distance:  climbing, reaching, going for a walk, counting steps, crawling, pushing toys, throwing balls

Awareness of Weight:  putting away groceries, using plastic vs. metal toys, carrying rocks, putting away toys, climbing

Awareness of Patterns:  setting the table, playing with Legos, planting a garden, climbing, stairs, coloring, cutting, drawing, crafts, music, skipping

Awareness of Frequency:  taking turns, listening to music, counting marbles, cars, steps, houses, etc.

Awareness of Time:  waiting for dinner time, waiting for mom to get off the phone, noticing the position of the sun, watching seasons change, counting down the days to a holiday/special event, playing music, reading books

Equations

*playing teeter-totter, playing with sand or water, building with blocks or Legos, balancing on a balance board or beam, trading with your sibling, serving food, sharing portions