Three ways to think about quantity and the development of early number sense.
Consider the following contexts/ activities in which children may be exhibiting a range of mathematical ideas, strategies and understandings. Identify what types of quantitative understandings the task/ experience might promote or explore.
Arranging an equal number of flowers in each vase
Making muffins – following a recipe, increasing or reducing quantities as required
Folding paper to create shapes/ patterns
Setting a table for a tea party
Creating and mixing paint colours