Geometry and measurement experiences allow children to explore many different mathematical concepts, including number and operations and classification and algebraic thinking.

Geometry experiences encourage children to consider attributes, and measurement experiences allow children to use numbers and counting for a purpose.

Children's ability to understand mathematical concepts goes beyond number and numerical operations.  Their interests also include differences in attributes, patterns, measurement, and shapes.

The ELS assesses this item across 2 strands. The next two pages will provide more detailed information about these strands.