 To build a strong foundation in math for early childhood, here are four essential skills. First is learning to say numbers in order. One, two, three, four, five. One, two, three, four, five. One, two, three, four, five. Second, use objects that students can touch. One, two, three, four, five, five buttons. One, two, three, three flowers. One, two, two pencils. This helps them give meaning to numbers. Third, they learn to write the number symbols. One, two, three, four, five. And they relate the symbol to the sound and meaning. One, two, three, four, five. Fourth makes sets or groups to show number values. Five, three, one, four, six, two. Let's review these four essential skills. First is saying numbers in order. Second is counting objects. Third is learning the number symbols. And fourth is making sets or groups. When students have mastered these four elements, they will be ready to learn further skills in math.