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Investigating the acquisition of numerical ability. 'Mathematics is a powerful tool which has its application rooted in the use of mathematical models and symbols to represent and find solutions to problems which occur in everyday life.' (Edwards 1998) Mathematics is also considered to be a very difficult subject to learn because some elements are very abstract. For young children, learning is about developing a sense of meaning and understanding of the world around them. Mathematical learning occurs when children interact with others, through the active exploration of 'concrete' objects and materials (sand and water) within playful situations in a variety of contexts. Young children initially learn through watching, imitating actions and handling objects and exploring space around them. It is through these interactive playful situations and social interactions that children develop a love for learning which is vital in the early years to develop confidence to explore new experiences. Young children characteristically have a natural...

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