The early years learning framework for Australia and the Australian curriculum: Mathematics-linking educators' practice through pedagogical inquiry questions

This chapter introduces the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (EYLF) andsummarises what it has to say about mathematics learning and continuity of learningbetween preschool and primary school. As well, it discusses the AustralianCurriculum: Mathematics and its perspective on such continuity of learning. Using aNumeracy Matrix developed by the authors with early childhood educators in SouthAustralia, the chapter explores pedagogical links between the EYLF and theAustralian Curriculum: Mathematics. Examples of children's mathematical thinking atboth preschool and primary school and of teachers' documentation of this thinkingwill be used to explore issues of continuity of mathematics learning.