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How well should my two year old understand numbers?

Most preschoolers start to develop a rudimentary understanding of numbers as they near the age of three. This starts when they develop an understanding that there are single items (one) and many (more than one.)
The average two year old can count to two, and by three, most can count to three. Some children may memorise numbers up to as high as ten at this age, but it’s more a case of remembering the words than understanding the concept.

If you want to encourage numeracy, then the best way to do so is not to try and teach your child numbers by memory. It’s by using numbers to refer to everyday objects and sights.

Talk to your child about the three birds on a tree when you’re out on a walk, or help your child to count his candy. This helps to develop numeracy using a form of learning known as pre reading, where your child who cannot yet read learns to identify the name of something by seeing visual cues.

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Sometime around the age of four, your child will begin to take an interest in his name. This is because he is starting to learn letters and can recognise those letters that belong in his name.
Get your child’s attention immediately by whispering to him - this let’s your child think that something fantastic is about to happen!
Most four year old children are just beginning to understand the concept that letters make words, and words tell a story.
At four years of age, most children are just beginning to understand the concept that letters make words, and words tell a story.
You will find that your child is a very willing little helper at this age. Let him help you with anything that you feel he is capable of doing - all these things will help to teach him responsibility.
A typical 4 year old child is usually able to count up to ten or more
At 4 years of age, a child’s learning method is very visual.
By three years old, your child is more aware of colours, and with a little help, he or she should be able to tell them apart, and name them, soon.
A typical 3 year old can hold up the correct number of fingers when they are asked how old they are.
Even though it’s too early for your three year old to learn how to read, you can help kick start the process with a few easy tips.

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