Question 1:
At what age can I start showing my baby the Baby Math™ Numeracy™ video?

Question 2:
Why does Numeracy™ only cover the numbers one through five?

Question 3:
What is the age range for Numeracy™?

Question 4:
What concepts does Numeracy focus on teaching?

Question 5:
How can I reinforce the material contained in the videos?




































Q. At what age can I start showing my baby the Baby Math™ Numeracy™ video?

A. We believe the best time to start using the Baby Math™ video is between the ages of 6 and 20 months. Many of the items used for counting in the video are featured in the Bee Smart Baby™ Vocabulary Builder™ video series, so you may want to introduce the words contained in Numeracy™ by playing the Vocabulary Builder™ series first. Back to top


Q. Why does Numeracy™ only cover the numbers one through five?

A. Numeracy™ focuses on teaching fundamental math concepts. Many young children learn to recite the counting sequence 1-10. This does not mean that they understand that numbers are used to describe or define unique quantities. Numeracy™ focuses on the introduction of fundamental numerical and quantitative concepts. Back to top



Q. What is the age range for Numeracy™?

A. The suggested age range is 6 to 36 months. Ideally we would like to see parents begin to use this video before 20 months of age. Back to top



Q. What concepts does Numeracy focus on teaching?

A. Numeracy™ introduces the following key numerical concepts: - Numbers are used to define quantity, and each number corresponds to a unique quantity. - Many things can be counted including actions, sounds and objects. - In counting there is a one-to-one correlation between numbers in the counting sequence and items being counted. Additionally, Numeracy™ encourages a systematic left to right counting technique required to count larger numbers of objects. Back to top



Q. How can I reinforce the material contained in the videos?

A. Everyday you will find chances to reinforce key number concepts. Take advantage of the following opportunities: Count everyday objects with your child, as you're folding socks, putting food on their plate etc.. Help your child learn to compare quantites. Ask which is more/less type questions. Play the can you game. Ask your child to clap 3 times & then help him or her count the actions. Vary the numbers and actions each time you ask the questions, but for very young babies stick to smaller numbers (1-3) Back to top