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Messy Maths: A Playful, Outdoor Approach For Early Years
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In Messy Maths: A Playful, Outdoor Approach For Early Years, Juliet Robertson Offers A Rich Resource Of Ideas That Will Inspire You To Tap Into The Endless Supply Of Patterns, Textures, Colours And Quantities Of The Outdoors And Deepen Children S Understanding Of Maths Through Handson Experience.Juliet Believes Being Outside Makes Maths Real. In The Classroom Environment, Maths Can Seem Disconnected From Everyday Reality But Real Maths Is Really Messy. Lots Of Outdoor Play And Engaging Activity Along The Way Is A Must, As Being Outside Enables Connections To Be Made Between The Hands, Heart And Head, And Lays The Foundations For More Complex Work As Children Grow, Develop And Learn.Following On From The Success Of Dirty Teaching (Isbn 9781781351079), Messy Maths Reimagines The Outdoor Space Through A Mathematical Lens Providing A Treasure Trove Of Suggestions That Will Empower You To Blend Outdoor Learning Into Your Teaching Practice. It Is Not A How To Guide, But Rather An Easytouse Reference Book Replete With Readytouse Games And Openended Ideas Designed To Help Children Become Confident And Skilled In Thinking About, Using And Exploring Abstract Mathematical Concepts As They Play Outside. Many Of These Ideas And Activities Are Also Beautifully Displayed In More Than 140 Fullcolour Photographs Throughout The Book, Making It Even Easier To Jump Straight Into Outstanding Outdoor Learning Opportunities.Topics Covered Include: General Advice; Exploring Numbers; Number Functions And Fractions; Money; Measurement; Time; Pattern; Shape And Symmetry; Position, Direction And Movement; Data Handling; Routines; And The Mathematical Garden. Each Chapter Features A Section On Topicspecific Vocabulary And Expressions To Help You Integrate Terminology Into Each Area Of Study, While Suggestions For Embedding Maths Into Routines Are Also Provided To Assist In The Development Of Creative, Progressive And Flexible Approaches To Everyday Situations.Messy Maths Is Suitable For Early Years Educators (Of Ages 36) Who Want To Shake Up Their Usual Classroom Practice And Make The Most Of Any Outdoor Space Whether This Be A Nursery, Playgroup, Childminder S Back Garden Or A Nature Kindergarten As A Context For Maths.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What age group is 'Messy Maths' designed for? A: 'Messy Maths' is aimed at early years educators and is suitable for children aged 3 to 6 years.
- Q: How many pages does 'Messy Maths' have? A: 'Messy Maths' contains a total of 252 pages filled with practical ideas and activities.
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Messy Maths'? A: 'Messy Maths' focuses on using outdoor environments to teach mathematical concepts through hands-on experiences and play.
- Q: Are there any photographs included in the book? A: Yes, 'Messy Maths' includes more than 140 full-color photographs to visually support the activities and ideas presented.
- Q: Is 'Messy Maths' a how-to guide? A: 'Messy Maths' is not a traditional how-to guide but rather a reference book with ready-to-use games and open-ended ideas for educators.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Messy Maths'? A: 'Messy Maths' covers various topics including numbers, measurement, time, shape, symmetry, and data handling among others.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Messy Maths'? A: The author of 'Messy Maths' is Juliet Robertson, who specializes in outdoor learning.
- Q: When was 'Messy Maths' published? A: 'Messy Maths' was published on September 10, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Messy Maths' have? A: 'Messy Maths' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can 'Messy Maths' be used in various outdoor settings? A: Yes, 'Messy Maths' encourages educators to utilize any outdoor space, such as gardens, parks, or nature kindergartens for teaching.