To count 2, raise your index finger. Be careful who you point the number 4 at. \5. To count numbers that are not 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16 on one hand, use fingers in combination.

Kids learn to count on their fingers, because they're so, well, handy! And it makes sense--most number systems originally developed as people counted using their fingers. The counting system of ...

Or count with your fingers as your kids do household chores. When you let your child's fingers do the counting, you're setting the table for strong math skills.

Is it OK for young kids to rely on their fingers for math? Researchers say yes. Skip to main content. Open Main Menu Navigation. Open Search Clear icon. 64 ...

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