The examples in the linked pages below feature young children's Mathematical Graphics - showing the range of marks, signs and symbols they freely and spontaneously use to communicate their mathematical thinking in variety of contexts.

     Click on the link below each photo to access more examples.

Beginnings: explorations with         intentional marks -  number & quantity       Indexical signs: arrows, pointing, indicating         Iconic signs - writing-like  marks

                                                                             Iconic Signs - Definition

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