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The Relation between Executive Functions, Fine Motor Skills, and Basic Numerical Skills and Their Relevance for Later Mathematics Achievement
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Gashaj, Venera; Oberer, Nicole; Mast, Fred W.; Roebers, Claudia M. – Early Education and Development, 2019
Research Findings: This study examined the interrelations between fine motor skills, executive functions, and basic numerical skills in kindergarten as well as their predictive value for mathematics achievement in 2nd grade in a sample of 136 children. Structural equation modeling techniques were used to uncover the unique predictive value and…
Descriptors: Correlation, Executive Function, Psychomotor Skills, Numeracy
Family Cohesion Facilitates Learning-Related Behaviors and Math Competency at the Transition to Elementary School
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Niehues, Wenke; Kisbu-Sakarya, Yasemin; Selcuk, Bilge – Early Education and Development, 2021
Research Findings: Children differ in their ability to adapt to elementary school. Yet, the family factors that foster a successful transition to elementary school are less well understood. Family cohesion as an indicator of a positive emotional climate within families may play an important role for children's ability to adapt to school. Thus,…
Descriptors: Student Adjustment, Family Environment, Family Influence, Elementary School Students