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Berenstain Bears Book List The Berenstain Bears Books have been enjoyed by children of all ages for many years. Here are some Berenstain Book titles to look for in your local bookstores and libraries!	TV Schedule
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Math Resources
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Infants and Toddlers This section includes math-based activities and developmental milestones for children from birth to the third birthday, with special emphasis on the second year. Ways to make the activities more or less challenging are also provided. Click on the links below
Infants and Toddlers Math Milestones Your Child's developmental process is unique. To guide you, education experts have mapped a few basic math skills to help you track your child's development in different mathematical areas. See the Child Development Tracker for more information. You will find information on: Numbers Geometry: Shape and Space Measurement Patterns, Reasoning and Algebra Statistics and Probability
Math at Home
MATCH 'EM UP! Figuring out which items go together helps your toddler develop early reasoning skills. HTML \| PDF (83k)	BATH TIME! The next time you fill up the tub, make bath time math time! HTML \| PDF (87k)
Math on the Go
WHAT'S MISSING? Next time you have to wait at a restaurant, use this activity to make the time go by quickly ... and help your child develop reasoning skills! HTML \| PDF (86k)
Math for Fun
BODY MOVEMENT These balancing and movement activities are a great way to help youngsters explore their place in their environment - an important first step in understanding geometry. HTML \| PDF (85k)	THIS LITTLE PIGGY Wiggle your toes! Twirl your fingers! Reciting favorite nursery rhymes is an engaging way for your child to learn to count. HTML \| PDF (97k)
Math All Year
COOKIE CUTTER PANCAKES The next time you make pancakes, turn them into gourmet geometric fun! HTML \| PDF (89k)
http://www.pbs.org/parents/earlymath/prek_flash.html
Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten This section includes math-based activities and developmental milestones for children from their third to sixth birthdays, with special emphasis on the fourth year. Ways to make the activities more or less challenging are also provided. Click on the links below
Pre Kindergarten & Kindergarten Math Milestones Your Child's developmental process is unique. To guide you, education experts have mapped a few basic math skills to help you track your child's development in different mathematical areas. See the Child Development Tracker for more information. You will find information on: Numbers Geometry: Shape and Space Measurement Patterns, Reasoning and Algebra Statistics and Probability
Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Online Games These games are appropriate for ages 4 and 5. Find the games that interest you and check out the Parent Pointers and Hints sections for ways to do them with your child.
PATTERN MATCHER Can you find the matching patterns?	ANIMAL LOST AND FOUND Help the pet lovers find their lost pets!
BUILDING SANDCASTLES Match shapes with their containers to build sandcastles!	PBS KIDS Online Games Children will enjoy more fun math-related games featuring their favorite PBS KIDS characters.
Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Activities
Math at Home
NO-BAKE GRANOLA BALLS Making this tasty treat is fun, delicious, and a great way for your child to explore measurement. HTML \| PDF (92k)
Math on the Go
I SPY! This classic family game is the perfect way to pass the time on road trips while recognizing mathematical attributes. HTML \| PDF (86k)	LET'S KEEP TRACK Road trips are filled with lots of interesting things to spot. Use this activity to help your child keep track! HTML \| PDF (87k)
Math for Fun
FINGER PUPPETS YOU CAN COUNT ON! Here's a playful way to help your child learn to recognize numbers and count from 1 to 10 ... and 10 to 1! HTML \| PDF (100k)	FINGER-PAINT MATH Follow these easy steps to make your own finger paint. Then join your youngster as you practice painting numbers and shapes. HTML \| PDF (97k)
Math All Year
MY WEEKLY PLANNER Use this Weekly Planner to help your child prepare for the days ahead and keep track of weekly schedules. HTML \| PDF (86k)
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Grades 1 & 2 This section includes math-based activities and developmental milestones for children from their sixth to ninth birthdays, with special emphasis on the seventh year. Ways to make the activities more or less challenging are also provided. Click on the links below
Grades 1 & 2 Math Milestones
Your Child's developmental process is unique. To guide you, education experts have mapped a few basic math skills to help you track your child's development in different mathematical areas. See the Child Development Tracker for more information. You will find information on: Numbers Geometry: Shape and Space Measurement Patterns, Reasoning and Algebra Statistics and Probability
Grades 1 & 2 Online Games These games are appropriate for grades 1 and 2. Browse to find the games that interest your child. Then check out the Parent Pointers and Hints sections for ways to help your child get the most enjoyment from them.
TESSELLATIONS Pick a pattern and then watch it tessellate!	TIME TO MOVE See if these colorful fish measure up for their new homes.
TICKETS PLEASE! Put riders in their seats and make the rides go!	PBS KIDS Online Games Children will enjoy more fun math-related games featuring their favorite PBS KIDS characters.
Grades 1 & 2 Activities These activities are appropriate for grades 1 and 2. Find the activities that work best for your child.
Math at Home
GRAPH THOSE STICKERS! Collecting stickers from your favorite fruits and graphing them is a fun activity that gets the whole family involved. HTML \| PDF (102k)
Math on the Go
GROCERY STORE BINGO Adding a math twist to the classic Bingo game equals F-U-N on your next trip to the grocery store! HTML \| PDF (93k)	WHAT'S IN MY POCKET? This game played with your pocket change is a fun way to pass the time while waiting at the doctor's office or taking a bus ride! HTML \| PDF (92k)
Math for Fun
PASTA PATTERNS Making and wearing colorful pasta necklaces is a fun and creative way for your child to explore patterns. HTML \| PDF (88k)	RACE TO THE FINISH! Play this board game next family night, choosing from spinners that give your child experience with probability. (Print out PDF for board game) HTML \| PDF (97k)
Math All Year
PUMPKIN MATH Whether you are making a jack-o-lantern for Halloween or a pumpkin pie for the holidays, here is a fun way to engage your child in estimation, measurement and simple graphing activities. HTML \| PDF (102k)
http://www.pbs.org/parents/earlymath/resources.html This selection of books provides more ways to nurture your child's early math development. In addition to books directed at parents, the list includes books with math concepts that parents and children can read and talk about together. Use the "Book Finder" at the end of this page! Find age-appropriate books on a wide range of topics. You'll find books to read aloud to your child and ones your child can read to himself (select "Read Aloud" or "Read to Self").
http://www.pbs.org/parents/earlymath/resources2.html Check out these Web sites for additional tips and resources for parents and caregivers.
Math Power: How to Help Your Child Love Math, Even If You Don't Suggestions for encouraging children to think about math and for helping caregivers learn how to best approach teachers.	Early Childhood: Where Learning Begins Arranged by the US Department of Education, this site provides tips for caregivers to challenge and encourage kids in math, as well as activities for the home.
A Math Dictionary for Kids A colorful interactive math dictionary provides activities or illustrations to go along with each definition.
http://www.pbs.org/parents/earlymath/resources4.html Use these definitions to help you talk about math ideas with your child.