Chris Batty is a writer and editor, specializing in elementary mathematics teaching for the early years. He graduated from Cambridge University (Elementary Education B.Ed) and has since worked for publishers on a variety of math programs, encompassing print, digital, student, and teacher resources. Working in publishing for over 20 years, Chris has developed programs in the UK, USA, Africa, and the Caribbean. His interests are focused particularly on developing ways for making math concepts more accessible for young learners through the use of manipulatives, stories, games, and routines.