Children‘s math skills upon entry to Kindergarten are some of the best predictors of their success in STEM, reading aptitude in 3rd grade, and future enrollment in college. When young children learn math in ways that are fun, playful, and culturally relevant, their interest, attention, and focus is dramatically increased as learning is deepened.

In our first of four sessions, preschool and toddler teachers across public, private, and pueblo settings laughed, and learned about using cultural textiles to promote children’s understanding of math concepts. Teachers were highly engaged in exploring math using ethnically, culturally and inter-generationally meaningful fabrics (e.g., tablecloths, clothing, scarfs) in ways to teach young children how to enjoy learning math.

We welcome you to join us as we explore ways ECEs, providers and families can have fun learning together about these highly effective and engaging math strategies.