Calculator

Math

• The child has learned how to add and subtract numbers using the calculator.
• They have learned how to use the equal sign to find the total of a calculation.
• The child has learned how to use the calculator to count and group objects.
• They have learned the concept of multiplication by using the calculator to repeatedly add a number.

For continued development, encourage the child to explore more complex calculations using the calculator. They can try calculating larger numbers or even explore decimals and fractions. You can also introduce the concept of division and show them how the calculator can help in dividing numbers. Additionally, encourage them to use the calculator to solve real-life problems, such as calculating the total cost of items or measuring ingredients for a recipe.

Book Recommendations

• The Math Curse by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith: This book combines humor and math concepts as a student wakes up to find everything in the world is math-related.
• Math Fables: Lessons That Count by Greg Tang: This book introduces math concepts through rhymes and beautiful illustrations.
• The Doorbell Rang by Pat Hutchins: This story involves the concept of division as children share cookies equally among themselves.