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NRICH topics: Early years foundation stage Early years pattern

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There are 4 NRICH Mathematical resources connected to Early years pattern, you may find related items under Early years foundation stage.

Broad Topics > Early years foundation stage > Early years pattern

Article Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

The Importance of Shape and Space in the Early Years

In this article for EY practitioners, Dr Sue Gifford discusses children's early spatial thinking and how this predicts their mathematical understanding and achievement.

Age 3 to 7
EYFS Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Number Talks

In this task, children have the opportunity to talk about what they see when they look at a number representation.

Age 3 to 5
EYFS Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Packing

This activity involves sorting toys into categories by using comparing and classifying skills.

Age 3 to 5
EYFS Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Making a Picture

This task provides an opportunity for children to work together to make a picture, discussing with each other which position they want to put each shape in.

Age 3 to 5

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