{"product_id":"crocodile-hop-floor-game-movement-math-activity","title":"Crocodile Hop Floor Game - Movement \u0026 Math Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Crocodile Hop Floor Game is an engaging and interactive educational game designed for young learners to explore essential early maths concepts while being physically active. This colourful, large-format play game is ideal for children aged 3 and up, offering a vibrant vinyl floor mat that stretches 250cm long and 75cm wide, providing ample space for various activities. Children can hop down the river and use the animal markers to learn colours, shapes, numbers (1-10), counting, and simple problem-solving skills. Perfect for individual, small-group, or whole-class activities, this game promotes active learning and supports the development of numeracy and recognition skills in an enjoyable, hands-on way. The set includes 2 inflatable cubes (12.5cm) for added fun and versatility, along with 40 animal markers and an activity guide that outlines various ways to use the game for educational play. It's an ideal resource for teachers to incorporate in early childhood and primary classrooms, offering endless opportunities for skill development while keeping children engaged and moving. Not only does this game foster recognition and counting abilities, but it also encourages students to follow simple directions, improving their listening skills and cooperation in group play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEnhances physical coordination through active play and movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDevelops early numeracy skills, including counting, number recognition, and shape identification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEncourages problem-solving and following simple instructions in a playful environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSupports social development by fostering teamwork in group or class settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse the inflatable cubes to add variety and new challenges to number-based games.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncorporate colour and shape identification tasks by directing students to hop to specific animal markers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCreate a relay race where children hop to different numbers and practise counting in order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse the game to reinforce simple directional terms like \"left,\" \"right,\" \"forward,\" and \"backwards.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAges: 3+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMeasurements: Vinyl floor mat - 250cm (L) x 75cm (W); Inflatable cubes - 12.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42238347346033,"sku":"LER9544","price":69.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/ler9544_crocodile-hop-floor-game_v1_5.webp?v=1760000906","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/crocodile-hop-floor-game-movement-math-activity","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}