Research School Network: Maths Through Picture Books In this free webinar, Professor Herb Ginsburg will explore the benefits of reading mathematical storybooks with children

How can we help children in the early years to develop a secure understanding of number, and composition of number? 

How can we ensure that maths is fun and builds on children’s natural curiosity and creativity?

What does the evidence tell us?

• Join us to discover the benefits of reading mathematical storybooks with children. 
• We will hear Dr Ginsburg talk about the different types of storybook we can read to support mathematical development, and the implications of his research on our pedagogy and practice.

“Reading math storybooks and storybooks with embedded math can stimulate your child’s thinking, language and enjoyment. Reading can involve you and the child in an intellectual adventure in exploring mathematical ideas. Reading can help you bond with the child. Reading can provide a warm blanket for the child’s mathematical knowledge and provide insights into the child’s mind. 

If you do it well, reading math storybooks can set the stage for meaningful math achievement in school during the years to come.” 

(Ginsburg, 2016)