Wooden Counting Blocks

This Wooden Counting Blocks set offers a tactile and engaging way to teach early mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, number bonds, and ten-frame work. Crafted from high-quality Beech Wood, the set includes 27 bases of varying hole counts (1 to 5 holes) and 40 chunky counters measuring 3.3cm in diameter-perfectly sized for little hands. The bases can be aligned side-by-side, stacked, or arranged underneath each other to explore different counting strategies and visualise number relationships. The natural wood finish adds warmth and durability to this versatile resource, supporting hands-on learning and helping young children develop essential numeracy skills in a multisensory way.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances understanding of number concepts through concrete manipulation.
• Develops fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination with chunky counters.
• Supports early addition, subtraction, and number bond learning.
• Encourages pattern recognition and sequencing using different base layouts.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use as a hands-on tool during number bond and addition/subtraction lessons.
• Create stacking challenges to develop spatial awareness and counting skills.
• Integrate into small group rotations focusing on early numeracy skills.
• Use the counters and bases for hands-on demonstration of ten-frame concepts.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for 2+ years
• Pieces: 27 bases (1 to 5 hole sizes), 40 counters (3.3 cm diameter)
• Materials: Beech Wood
• 5-hole base length: 24 cm