Teachables Fruit Counters - 108 Pieces

Bright, inviting, and perfect for little hands, the Fruit Counters - 108 Piece Set is a versatile and engaging resource for early mathematical learning. Featuring six types of fruit in six vibrant colours, these soft, durable counters are ideal for exploring counting, sorting, patterning, and classification. Beyond maths, they also offer a playful way to introduce themes of healthy eating and nutrition through imaginative play and storytelling. Each set is conveniently stored in a sturdy container for easy organisation and classroom use.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops Early Numeracy: Supports foundational mathematical skills such as one-to-one correspondence, counting, ordering, and number conservation.
• Encourages Sorting and Classifying: Children can group counters by colour or fruit type, strengthening their ability to observe and categorise similarities and differences.
• Promotes Pattern Recognition: Ideal for creating and continuing patterns, fostering the development of sequencing and prediction skills.
• Enhances Language and Social Skills: Themed around familiar fruits, these counters encourage descriptive vocabulary, storytelling, and discussions about food and healthy choices.

Classroom Ideas:

• Sorting Station: Set up a hands-on sorting task where children group counters by fruit or colour using sorting trays or coloured mats.
• Pattern Play: Create a fruit pattern sequence (e.g., apple, banana, orange) and challenge students to continue or correct the sequence.
• Nutrition Links: Integrate the counters into health lessons-discuss food groups and healthy meals using the fruit figures.
• Story Time Prompts: Use the fruit counters to spark creative storytelling or role-play scenarios set in markets, gardens, or kitchens.

Information:

• Set Includes: 108 fruit counters in six shapes - bananas, apples, oranges, grapes, strawberries, and lemons
• Colours: Red, yellow, green, blue, orange, and purple
• Size: Largest counter (banana) measures approximately 6 cm
• Age Suitability: Designed for children aged 3 years and up