Early Math Collaborative at Erikson Institute is transforming the understanding, teaching and learning of early mathematics from the ground up.

Chicago, IL
Joined May 2014
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Peer collaboration during early math learning activities is rare. Research shows that collaborating with peers during early math activities can support later academic success. This blog outlines 10 ideas for promoting peer collaboration in early childhood settings. stanford.io/3TPDRqh #earlymath #peercollaboration #eriksoninstitute
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Subitizing is the ability to instantly recognize the number of objects without actually counting them. Much like the importance of being able to calculate estimates, subitizing is something that comes up in the everyday lives of students – at Ocala, FL
In this playful invitation the focus is on developing the ability to label small groups without counting. SUBITIZING MORE: playfulinvitations.com/new-b… #earlyed #kinderchat #earlymath
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Math is a gatekeeper to our world - it’s up to us to open that door! Thank you @eriksonmath
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I'm still thinking about this.
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- When did we decide to start by teaching 2D shapes? Was it because of the advent of workbooks in classrooms? Encourage children to experience 3D-ness of shapes. - Let's be careful how we define shapes. "A square is a special kind of rectangle." #trueStory - My brain hurts. :)
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The link between spatial reasoning and math is so strong that is "almost as if they are one and the same thing". #StanislasDahaene. @eriksonmath #ILoveEarlyMath
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#ILoveEarlyMath A few of the remarks on Spatial Reasoning from @eriksonmath #MemeMaking #SummerInstitute - Strongly connected to mathematical thinking - An important predictor of achievement in STEM careers - Receives the least amount of attention in early math education
Day 2 of our MEME Summer Institute: Meaning-making in Early Math Education. Today it’s all about Spatial Thinking! Follow and use #iLoveEarlyMath all week.
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Each time she is given a new block, she starts counting all the blocks from the beginning. This stage of counting is known as the “count-all” stage. @eriksonmath Brilliant site for early Maths. Counting Principles earlymath.erikson.edu/?s=cou…
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Nice resource for supporting ‘shape’ ⬇️
Children need to go beyond use of superficial shape labels to recognizing & specifying defining ATTRIBUTES of SHAPES. More on the Big Ideas of SHAPE: earlymath.erikson.edu/why-ea…
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Wonderful opportunity to learn about #maths & toddlers 👇 – at Sligo, Ireland
Our Summer Learning series is back! Our seminars offer many options to a wide variety of professionals in the field of early childhood. Here is one: Nurturing Math Thinking with Infants, Toddler, and 2s. Find out about all of them & register today: bit.ly/3LtArW9
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Teachers' critical analysis of learners' thinking is crucial in helping learners to improve their thinking.
Do you talk about student work with other teachers? Analyzing student work w/ colleagues has many benefits, from better understanding children’s current math thinking to considering how to adjust instruction. More: earlymath.erikson.edu/focusi… #elemchat #edchat #elemmathchat
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✨One-to-one correspondence MATTERS @EufaulaELC.
Children love to count. Counting helps them make sense of the world and to find out how many of something. With time and practice, children develop an understanding of the “rules” or principles of counting. Why One-to-One Correspondence Matters earlymath.erikson.edu/why-on…
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Interesting article about maths development for children aged 0 - 3. The book explores 4 precursor concepts: attribute, comparison, change and pattern. Looking forward to reading the book from the perspective of a parent, a teacher and someone involved in teacher education. 1/3
Groundbreaking Book Explains the Beginning of Math Concepts for Infants and Toddlers... "this book extends professional knowledge for mathematics teaching to teachers who work with the very youngest learners..." earlymath.erikson.edu/math-f…
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4 Key Findings for #EarlyChildhood Coaching Strategies w/ Teachers 1️⃣ The Importance of Planning 2️⃣ Role-Playing is a Useful Tool 3️⃣ Teaching Assistants Can Play a Pivotal Role 4️⃣ Confidence + Attitudes of the Teachers Matter earlymath.erikson.edu/early-… #LearningTuesdays @eriksonmath
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To all my Kindergarten teacher friends out there, this Racial Justice in Early Math Fellowship looks amazing! $7000 in stipends, monthly mentorship sessions. Wow! Applications are due by Feb 26! @eriksonmath earlymath.erikson.edu/racial…
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We love collecting data in Kindergarten, the next step is graphing that data. Here are 3 books that encourage simple graph explorations with young children 👇
At the heart of it, GRAPHING in the early years is about quantifying information in order to answer a question. Here are 3 Books That Encourage Simple Graph Explorations with Young Ones earlymath.erikson.edu/3-book…
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Know a kindergarten teacher who is committed to racial justice in early education? Check out the Racial Justice in Early Math Teaching Fellowship: earlymath.erikson.edu/racial… @ToniGalassini @GiglianaMelzi @meganlfranke @ChristinaGavin_ @taramccartney99 @TeacherLora @mathedmatters
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Dr. Sarai Coba@ProfeCoba10 Feb 2023
The RJEM Teaching Fellowship is hosting an informational session on Monday, February 13, 2023, at 4PM CT. To learn more about the fellowship and register for the informational session, go to earlymath.erikson.edu/racial…. #earlymath #racialjustice #EarlyChildhood
Do you know a kindergarten teacher who is committed to racial justice in early education? Read about the RJEM Teaching Fellowship. And check out the upcoming informational session! earlymath.erikson.edu/racial…
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Yes! Early math skills for babies 0-3!
Best Books for Babies to Find Math in Their World Books are great for babies. But what are the best books for babies? We use our Precursor Concepts as a framework for discussing math thinking during the ages of 0-3. More: earlymath.erikson.edu/best-b…
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#DPEarlyYears A reminder about how great playdough is for learning!
Stamping or imprinting with a homemade playdough recipe using everyday household items is an active way for children to explore the big ideas of SHAPE Homemade Playdough Recipe for Shape Fun earlymath.erikson.edu/homema….
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