Setting the Table
Who's Hungry?
Beginner
Set the table with your child.
Tip: Count the number of plates, cutlery, cups etc. out loud. Say “One cup, two cups, three cups." Continue by asking "how many are there?"​
Intermediate
Have your child set the table, telling them step by step how many of each item they will need.
Tip: “We need 3 cups”. Have the child count the cups, and places them on the table. Then, move on to the next item. Continue by asking "how many are there?"
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Experienced
Set the table with some spots missing items. Count how many items are missing and finish setting the table.
Tip: Set 2 of 4 plates, 1 of 4 forks, and 3 of 4 cups.
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Why is this important?
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Learning numeracy in home environments is a beneficial way for children to learn basic mathematical skills.
Reference: Susperreguy M. I. Di Lonardo Burr, S., Xu, C., Douglas, H., & LeFevre, J.-A. (2020). Children’s home numeracy environment predicts growth of their early mathematical skills in kindergarten. Child Development, 91(5), 1663–1680. https://doi.org/10.1111/cdev.13353