Number recognition is the ability to recognize numbers by their names and shapes and consequently assign them meaning through similar quantities. That is, the child learns how the number 3 looks and sounds and consequently understands that there are 3 apples lying on the table. This is used to then teach the child the art … Read more
Number sense is the fluidity in dealing with numbers. It enables a person to identify, arrange (in a specific order), and perform operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc. on numbers. The base of all mathematical operations is number sense if we put it in a succinct manner. Actually, the number sense is not limited to … Read more
Please Note: This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure (link) for more info. Number sense means the flexibility and lucidity of a child in understanding numbers. Knowing what numbers mean, their value and the relationship between them is important for children so that they can apply them in real life. The number sense improves … Read more
What is number talks? Number Talks, as the name suggests, are short discussions (10ish minutes) exercised as daily routine with the aim at building number sense, mental math and number manipulating skills of young learners. Usual scenario in these discussions involves with teacher writing something on board (say, 13+25 =?) and asking everyone to come … Read more
REVIEWED BY NUMBERDYSLEXIA’S EXPERT PANEL ON MAY 30, 2020 Number sense refers to the understanding of the number system and the ability to use, relate, and manipulate it for solving mathematical tasks. A strong number sense is important for gripping basic concepts well before diving into complex math topics in the future. Children with good number sense … Read more