Exploring the Influence of Home Numeracy Environments on Children's Mathematical Skills
Keywords:
home numeracy, mathematical skills, parental involvement, socioeconomic disparitiesAbstract
This systematic review investigates the relationship between home numeracy environments and children's mathematical skills. Through a comprehensive synthesis of existing literature, the study highlights the critical role of home numeracy experiences in shaping children's mathematical development. The review reveals a consistent pattern of evidence indicating a positive association between home numeracy environments and children's mathematical proficiency. Longitudinal studies underscore the enduring effects of early exposure to numeracy activities in the home, emphasizing the importance of early interventions to promote numeracy engagement in young children. Furthermore, parental involvement emerges as a significant mediator of this relationship, with active engagement in numeracy-related activities playing a crucial role in fostering children's mathematical skills. However, the review also uncovers socioeconomic disparities in home numeracy environments, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to address educational inequality and promote equitable access to numeracy resources for all children. Overall, the findings underscore the importance of fostering numeracy-rich home environments and promoting parental involvement in numeracy activities to support children's mathematical development and enhance their academic success.
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