Teachables Bear Counters - Mama, 8 g, Set of 96

Bring hands-on maths to life with this engaging set of Bear Counters Mama 8g - 96pc. These brightly coloured bears in red, green, blue, and yellow offer a fun and playful way to explore foundational mathematical concepts in the early years. Each Mama Bear weighs 8 grams, making them ideal for introducing concepts of mass, counting, sorting, and patterning. Their friendly animal design keeps children motivated and excited as they learn through play. This 96-piece set encourages active participation and supports comparisons in size and weight when paired with Papa and Baby Bear counters. Whether used in small groups or individual tasks, these tactile manipulatives foster exploration and problem-solving in a meaningful and age-appropriate way. Durable and easy to handle, the Mama Bear Counters make a delightful addition to early childhood maths activities focused on number sense, data collection, and classification.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports early counting, sorting, and colour recognition skills.
• Introduces basic mass and weight comparisons using hands-on resources.
• Develops patterning and sequencing abilities through playful engagement.
• Promotes fine motor development and spatial awareness in early learners.

Classroom Ideas:

• Incorporate into maths centres for sorting by colour or weight comparisons with other bear counters.
• Use for early measurement activities with balance scales to explore heavier/lighter concepts.
• Encourage students to create and extend repeating patterns using the coloured bears.
• Integrate into story-based maths activities where students count and classify bears in role-play scenarios.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for 3+ years
• Measurements: Each bear weighs 8g
• Colours: Red, green, blue, yellow
• Quantity: 96 Mama Bear counters