Sorting Tray-9 divisions small

The Sorting Tray - 9 Divisions Small is a beautifully handcrafted wooden resource designed to support sorting, organising, and classifying activities. Featuring nine separate compartments, this tray is ideal for use with loose parts, natural materials, or small manipulatives, encouraging children to explore early maths concepts such as counting, grouping, and patterning. Its smooth finish and compact size make it perfect for small hands, while the natural look and feel connect children to eco-friendly, sustainable materials. Versatile and durable, the Sorting Tray - 9 Divisions Small is equally suited to structured classroom activities or open-ended exploration, making it a practical and inspiring addition to early years learning spaces.

Educational Benefits

• Supports early maths skills such as sorting, sequencing, and counting.
• Encourages fine motor development through handling and placing small items.
• Promotes classification and organisation skills.
• Fosters creativity and open-ended exploration with natural materials.

Classroom Ideas

• Use with loose parts (stones, shells, beads) for hands-on sorting and pattern-making.
• Integrate into numeracy activities to teach grouping, addition, and subtraction.
• Combine with sensory materials such as sand or seeds for tactile exploration.
• Present as part of a nature corner for children to organise and display found objects.

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages: 3+ years.
• Small wooden tray with 9 compartments.
• Handcrafted from sustainably sourced natural materials.
• Durable and smooth-finished for safe use.
• Wipe clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth; avoid soaking.