Our talk was the third presentation of a symposium chaired by Carolina Jiménez-Lira, Early math and motor skills: Evidence from around the world.
The development of early math skills involves a multiplicity of factors, specifically, motor skills, the use of fingers when counting and manual dexterity are aspects that have recently received much attention in relation to children’s mathematical performance. This symposium integrates four studies conducted by recognized researchers, early career academics and doctoral students that analyze this association through correlational, longitudinal and experimental research methods.