Overview

The first volume in this ground-breaking series focuses on the origins and early development of numerical cognition in non-human primates, lower vertebrates, human infants, and preschool children. The text will help readers understand the nature and complexity of these foundational quantitative concepts and skills along with evolutionary precursors and early developmental trajectories.

Research Focus

Brings together and focuses the efforts and research of multiple disciplines working in math cognition.

Contributors and Challenges

The contributors bring vast knowledge and experience to bear on resolving extant substantive and methodological challenges to help advance the field of basic number processing.

Additional Support

Introductory sections and summaries will be included to provide background for non-specialist readers.