Early Childhood - Connecticut State Department of Education
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Mathematics Chapter 6<br />
Prompt children to use probability terms in examining their collections, e.g., It is<br />
likely this group has more.<br />
Partner with the children to create pictures using collections.<br />
Scribe for the children descriptions <strong>of</strong> their collection pictures.<br />
Materials/Changes to Provide collections <strong>of</strong> various items in art, math and science investigation<br />
Environment centers.<br />
References<br />
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EXAMPLE OF PLANNING, (continued)<br />
Prepare large sheets for collage and collection displays in the art center and<br />
writing area.<br />
Collect and display various books in the library area on counting and collecting,<br />
and stories that are suitable for estimating and probability discussions.<br />
95<br />
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