Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This article was originally published in The Hechinger Report. ASTON, Pa.— In Jodie Murphy’s kindergarten class, math lessons go ...

In Jodie Murphy's kindergarten class in Aston, Pennsylvania, math lessons go beyond the basics of counting and recognizing numbers. On a recent morning, the children used plastic red and yellow dots ...

Recent research and expert reviews underscore the effectiveness of play-based learning in strengthening preschoolers’ early math skills. From simple board games and LEGO construction to sensory number ...

Early math skills can be nurtured through playful, hands-on activities that feel natural and fun for preschoolers. Research shows that intentional play—like number board games or math-rich ...

Child playing with different color wooden rings on a board with painted numbers and dots. In Jodie Murphy’s kindergarten class in Aston, Pennsylvania, math lessons go beyond the basics of counting and ...