Finger counting, a topic of debate among preschool educators, sparks differing opinions. Some teachers view it as a sign that children are struggling with math, while others believe it reflects advanced numerical understanding. A recent study published in Child Development by researchers from the University of Lausanne in Switzerland and Editions Nathan in Paris explored whether teaching finger counting strategies to kindergarten-aged children could enhance their ability to solve arithmetic problems. Adults tend to avoid using their fingers for basic calculations like 3+2, as it can be associa…