Teachables Shapes and Numbers Toss Mats - Gross Motor Maths Play

Encourage active learning with the Shapes & Numbers Toss Mats set-a fun, tactile way for children to consolidate their understanding of numbers, shapes, and colours through movement and play. This dynamic resource includes 10 soft, durable mats, each representing a number from 1 to 10. The mats are designed in 10 distinct colours and feature 8 different shapes, making them perfect for integrating multiple early learning concepts into a single engaging activity. Each mat measures approximately 25 cm across, providing a safe and manageable size for indoor or outdoor use. Ideal for kinaesthetic learners, these mats allow students to physically interact with the content-tossing, stepping, sorting, and sequencing-while reinforcing number recognition, colour naming, and shape identification. The mats are perfect for games and group learning activities that involve gross motor skills, memory, and collaborative learning. From number sequencing relays to shape-matching challenges, this set offers countless ways to energise maths and early learning experiences. These mats are particularly suited to early childhood and lower primary classrooms where play-based learning is a key approach, supporting both guided instruction and free exploration in numeracy and geometry.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops number recognition and sequencing from 1 to 10.
• Enhances shape and colour identification through active play.
• Encourages gross motor coordination and physical engagement with learning.
• Promotes collaborative play and communication in group activities.

Classroom Ideas:

• Set up a number sequence game using the mats as stepping stones.
• Use for colour or shape sorting relays to build team-based learning.
• Incorporate into obstacle courses with maths challenges at each stop.
• Have students toss bean bags onto mats and name the number, colour and shape.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for 3+ years
• Measurements: Each mat is approximately 25 cm across