Math

Picture books are not just for bed time, but rather powerful tools for introducing and explaining math concepts and fostering a life-long love of math. Picture books support the development of mathematical understanding by:

1. Visual Representation: The visuals in picture books help to ground abstract math concepts in concrete representations and provide a connection to real-world situations.
2. Contextual Learning: Picture books place math concepts within the context of a narrative and help children to see the relevance of math in everyday situations. This aids in understanding the practical applications of the concept being introduced.
3. Engagement and Motivation: Stories engage children's interest, enticing them to learn more and help to make learning memorable and fun!
4. Multimodal Learning: Picture books provide both visual and auditory stimuli, offering differing avenues for understanding.
5. Language Development: Reading math-themed picture books enhances language development and aids in the reinforcement of both language and math concepts. Additionally, students learn vocabulary in a meaningful context, thus enabling them to  articulate and discuss mathematical concepts.