Why is numeracy important in early childhood? A child's first years are a time of rapid learning and development. Babies and toddlers can recognise number, patterns, and shapes. They use maths concepts to make sense of their world and connect these concepts with their environment and everyday activities.

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Reading and storytelling with your children promotes brain development and imagination, develops language and emotional intelligence, and strengthens relationships.

One 2019 study estimated that children who are regularly read to in the 5 years leading up to kindergarten are exposed to 1.4 million more words than children who aren’t read to during those years.

There have been studies done that support a more interactive, holistic way to learning, including learning through purposeful play. It has been found that learning through play supports the development of early literacy and numeracy skills in an integrated approach, while also cultivating children’s social, emotional, physical, and creative skills.