The document discusses various units from a math and science course for young children. It covers topics like spatial sense, comparing, parts and wholes, language and concept formation, and fundamental concepts in science. Key terms and concepts are defined for each unit, and students are prompted to respond to review questions.
1. Math & Science for Young Children ECE 141 / 111F winter quarter 2010 Emily McMason Units 11-16
2. Need a great book to read to your students? Try Guinea Pigs Far & Near by Kate Duke Why? Unit 13 Spatial Sense
3. Need a great book to read to your students? Try The Giving Tree By Shel Silverstein Why? Parts & wholes, language & concept formation, fundamental concepts in science
I’ll start every class with a book- one you are welcome to use, but not in assignments B or C! Why? To show you how to connect what you already do to math & science. Each book I’ve chosen melds with the units we are studying that day. Why this book? Units 11- 13 comparing; early geometry shape & special sense
I’ll start every class with a book- one you are welcome to use, but not in assignments B or C! Why? To show you how to connect what you already do to math & science. Each book I’ve chosen melds with the units we are studying that day. Why this book? Units 14-16 parts and wholes, language & concept formation, fundamental concepts in science
Turn to a partner. Create a quick assessment to determine if a child knows 3 pairs of these comparisons. Use your book for inspiration.