Why Early Childhood is the Right Time to Start Learning Math

Doug Clements explains why developing an early foundation of mathematics understanding is critical for the long-term academic success of all learners. He also offers suggestions for how to introduce the youngest learners to basic mathematics concepts during everyday play.

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