number recognition, counting, shapes, sorting, patterns, and spatial reasoning
10 Simple Ways to Build Print Awareness Before Kindergarten If your child is getting ready for kindergarten, you may be wondering: Does my child need to know how to read before kindergarten? The short answer is no. But there are lots of little things children can learn about how books, words, and print work before…
When parents hear the words “kindergarten math,” many picture flashcards, worksheets, or counting to 100 come to mind. But here’s something that surprises many families: Kindergarten teachers are looking for much more than memorized numbers. Children who enter kindergarten ready for math know how to compare, sort, measure, recognize patterns, solve simple problems, and talk…
Rial, Michelle. Charts for Babies. New York: Abrams Appleseed, 2026. Summary From Michelle Rial, the writer of viral favorite Am I Overthinking This?, comes a quirky and delightful picture book exploring multiple early-learning concepts through simple graphic charts and graphs Little charts for big hearts! Through boldly illustrated timelines, pie charts, bar graphs, and Venn…
🌟 Welcome to Ready for Kinder! 🌟 Dear Parents,Welcome to this week’s Ready for Kinder — so glad you’re here! Each week I’ll send one short, practical tip you can use right away to build kindergarten-ready skills. 📚 Kindergarten Quick Tip (Early Math): Math starts with play! Spend 5 minutes a day doing number talk…
Why Does My Child Need Math Skills Before Going to Kindergarten? As parents, we often focus on teaching our children letters, colors, and how to share. However, one crucial area of early childhood development that sometimes gets overlooked is mathematics. Developing math skills before kindergarten sets the stage for academic success and lifelong learning. Let’s…
Introducing young children to the world of numbers can be a delightful journey filled with colorful illustrations, playful rhymes, and engaging stories. Counting books are not only educational but also spark curiosity and imagination. Whether you’re looking for bedtime stories that teach numbers or interactive tales that make learning fun, here’s a curated list of…