This Snapshot outlines the background of African students now in schools in Australia and discusses the need for teachers and schools to find ways to capitalise and build on the strengths of these students, to assist them in building the new (and sometimes unfamiliar) skills that they will need if they are to settle successfully in Australia.

The ANSN and IBM as partners have documented and produced 11 snapshots that showcase early childhood teachers and their journeys in implementing technology with a play-based curriculum. These snapshots are designed to celebrate and share the cumulative learning of teachers who have explored and developed innovative teaching practices through technology integration, based on their participation in the IBM KidSmart project.

This Snapshot on Numeracy across the curriculum is designed to present the latest research-based information, advice and strategies. It is relevant to all those engaged in school education – just like literacy, numeracy is everybody's business. The Snapshot draws heavily on recent Australian research to provide insights into the what, why and how of numeracy across the curriculum.