Dr. Sandra M. Linder is a mom of three children and a Professor of Early Childhood Mathematics Education in the Department of Teaching and Learning and College of Education at Clemson University. As a faculty member, she has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, books, and national curriculum focused on early childhood education, mathematics education, and on working with families to incorporate mathematics for young children in home environments. She is based in Clemson, South Carolina.

Little Children, Big Thinkers provides a comprehensive resource for parents, caregivers, and others who are involved in the lives of preschoolers. The book brings to life the developmental stages of how children come to understand numbers and mathematics and related skills. The activities provided are easy to set up and enjoyable to do with young children. As Linder writes in the book, 'math should be fun!' The activities in this book are just that- fun and simultaneously educational experiences for young learners.

• Part I: The What, How, and Why of Early MathematicsChapter 1: Math before Kindergarten? They are Too Young! What is Early Math?Chapter 2: What Does Math Look Like at This Age? Processes in Early MathChapter 3: My Kid Can Barely Count to Three! Content in Early MathChapter 4: Wait There’s More? Moving Beyond Number: Exploring Geometry, Measurement, Data Analysis, and Algebra for Young ChildrenChapter 5: Putting it All Together: The Role of the Parent in Supporting your Child’s LearningPart II: Recipes for Success: Doing Mathematics With Your Child Each DayChapter 6: Wait! We Have to Do this Every Day? Finding the Math around Your HomeChapter 7: Let’s Take This on the Road! Finding the Math in Your TravelsChapter 8: Beyond Everyday Routines: Family Mathematical Tasks Suggestions, Ideas, and Sample TasksChapter 9: Connecting to the Classroom: Taking Mathematical Tasks Even FurtherChapter 10: Troubleshooting Tips

Dr. Sandra M. Linder is a mom of three children and a Professor of Early Childhood Mathematics Education in the Department of Teaching and Learning and College of Education at Clemson University. As a faculty member, she has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, books, and national curriculum focused on early childhood education, mathematics education, and on working with families to incorporate mathematics for young children in home environments. She is based in Clemson, South Carolina.

Little Children, Big Thinkers provides a comprehensive resource for parents, caregivers, and others who are involved in the lives of preschoolers. The book brings to life the developmental stages of how children come to understand numbers and mathematics and related skills. The activities provided are easy to set up and enjoyable to do with young children. As Linder writes in the book, 'math should be fun!' The activities in this book are just that- fun and simultaneously educational experiences for young learners.

• Part I: The What, How, and Why of Early MathematicsChapter 1: Math before Kindergarten? They are Too Young! What is Early Math?Chapter 2: What Does Math Look Like at This Age? Processes in Early MathChapter 3: My Kid Can Barely Count to Three! Content in Early MathChapter 4: Wait There’s More? Moving Beyond Number: Exploring Geometry, Measurement, Data Analysis, and Algebra for Young ChildrenChapter 5: Putting it All Together: The Role of the Parent in Supporting your Child’s LearningPart II: Recipes for Success: Doing Mathematics With Your Child Each DayChapter 6: Wait! We Have to Do this Every Day? Finding the Math around Your HomeChapter 7: Let’s Take This on the Road! Finding the Math in Your TravelsChapter 8: Beyond Everyday Routines: Family Mathematical Tasks Suggestions, Ideas, and Sample TasksChapter 9: Connecting to the Classroom: Taking Mathematical Tasks Even FurtherChapter 10: Troubleshooting Tips

Dr. Sandra M. Linder is a mom of three children and a Professor of Early Childhood Mathematics Education in the Department of Teaching and Learning and College of Education at Clemson University. As a faculty member, she has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, books, and national curriculum focused on early childhood education, mathematics education, and on working with families to incorporate mathematics for young children in home environments. She is based in Clemson, South Carolina.

Little Children, Big Thinkers provides a comprehensive resource for parents, caregivers, and others who are involved in the lives of preschoolers. The book brings to life the developmental stages of how children come to understand numbers and mathematics and related skills. The activities provided are easy to set up and enjoyable to do with young children. As Linder writes in the book, 'math should be fun!' The activities in this book are just that- fun and simultaneously educational experiences for young learners.

• Part I: The What, How, and Why of Early MathematicsChapter 1: Math before Kindergarten? They are Too Young! What is Early Math?Chapter 2: What Does Math Look Like at This Age? Processes in Early MathChapter 3: My Kid Can Barely Count to Three! Content in Early MathChapter 4: Wait There’s More? Moving Beyond Number: Exploring Geometry, Measurement, Data Analysis, and Algebra for Young ChildrenChapter 5: Putting it All Together: The Role of the Parent in Supporting your Child’s LearningPart II: Recipes for Success: Doing Mathematics With Your Child Each DayChapter 6: Wait! We Have to Do this Every Day? Finding the Math around Your HomeChapter 7: Let’s Take This on the Road! Finding the Math in Your TravelsChapter 8: Beyond Everyday Routines: Family Mathematical Tasks Suggestions, Ideas, and Sample TasksChapter 9: Connecting to the Classroom: Taking Mathematical Tasks Even FurtherChapter 10: Troubleshooting Tips