Using the literary works of Petr Horáček for pre-math literacy activities

The thesis examines the possibilities of using the literary works of Petr Horáček to develop pre- mathematical literacy in preschool children. It is based on the assumption that working with high-quality children's literature can create natural educational situations in which the development of pre-reading and pre-mathematical literacy can be interconnected. The theoretical part focuses on the characteristics of preschool age, the definition of pre- mathematical literacy and its components, the specifics of early reading pre-literacy, and the possibilities of their mutual integration. It also includes an overview of the functions of children's literature and an analysis of selected books by Petr Horáček in terms of their potential for developing pre-mathematical literacy. The practical part presents a set of three original didactic lesson plans based on the books Papuchalk Petr (Puffin Peter), Nový domek pro myšku (A New House for Mouse), and O sovičce (Little Owl). The lesson plans include activities aimed at developing pre- mathematical thinking and skills needed for preparing children to solve word problems in primary school. The didactic material was first pilot-tested by the author. It was subsequently provided to 18 kindergartens, where a qualitative questionnaire survey was conducted. The...