{"product_id":"fraction-bars-boards-visual-fractions","title":"Fraction Bars Boards - Visual Fractions","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fraction Bars Boards set includes two durable wooden boards, each engraved to securely hold œcount to ten bars in place during mathematical activities. These thoughtfully designed boards offer a practical and engaging way for children to explore early numeracy, including basic counting, number sequencing, addition, and subtraction. By stabilising the colourful counting bars, the boards help reduce distractions and support focus during hands-on learning.:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for young learners aged 3 and up, this resource encourages exploration of mathematical concepts through tactile play and visual reinforcement, making maths feel approachable and enjoyable. The engraved surface provides a clear and consistent guide, ensuring that children can independently match and organise the bars to understand quantity, order, and simple arithmetic relationships. Whether used in individual practice or small group work, this set builds confidence in early number work through repetition, experimentation, and cooperative activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforces number recognition and sequencing skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports early understanding of addition and subtraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops fine motor skills through hands-on manipulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages independent learning and sustained concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounting \u0026amp; Sequencing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrange bars in ascending order to teach counting from 1 to 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Arithmetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use bars to visualise and solve basic addition\/subtraction problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Group Work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facilitate teamwork by having students' complete exercises in pairs or small groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMath Challenges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create fun games such as œbar relay or timed arrangement tasks to build speed and accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for children aged 3 years and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard wooden boards; bar slot size accommodates matching number bars (bars not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult supervision recommended; use on a flat surface to ensure stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to be used with compatible \"count to ten\" bars-bars not included with boards\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42238431232113,"sku":"ANTO16131","price":53.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/anto16131_fraction-bars-boards_01_large_d132f81a-e9e4-46f7-abec-90ba98c42341.jpg?v=1760001065","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/fraction-bars-boards-visual-fractions","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}