Pre-k math tips work on recognizing, grouping, and comparing objects of different sizes, colors and shapes, and identifying patterns.

Many states are drafting similar standards to focus math education in pre-K programs. There are also efforts to train child-care providers and parents to be more effective math teachers.

A Vanderbilt University study has found math skills at an early age could be an indicator of success in a child's life.

“The encouraging, statistically significant results from the Making Pre-K Count program and the High 5s supplement suggest a path forward to boost early math skills and, potentially, longer-term ...