2 sets of number flash cards - one with pictures and one with counting fingers. Why do you need this? Pictures and counting fingers provide concrete representations of numbers, making abstract mathematical concepts more accessible to young learners. By associating numbers with concrete objects or actions, students can better understand the concept of quantity and develop foundational number sense skills. How and when might you use this? Teachers might use these flash cards during the early stages of number recognition and for counting practice. They can also be used in number games. Alternatively they could just be used as part of a math display. What is included? · 1-10 flash cards with objects · 1-10 flash cards with counting fingers

2 different versions of spot the odd one out worksheets. Why do you need this? These worksheets encourage students to think critically and identify patterns or differences among items. This helps develop their analytical skills. For younger students or those with learning difficulties, spot the odd one out activities can help develop visual discrimination skills, which are essential for reading and other academic tasks. How and when might you use this? Spot the odd one out worksheets are versatile and can be integrated into various parts of a lesson to promote critical thinking, review concepts, provide practice, assess understanding, and accommodate different learning styles and levels. What is included? · 4 worksheets in which children have to identify which picture is facing in a different direction · 6 worksheets in which a box shows items that all connected in some way except for one. Children need to find which picture does not belong.

Jigsaws in which children count the pictures and then join the jigsaw piece showing the corresponding number to the bottom. Showing both numerals and numbers in words. Why do you need this? Counting the pictures on the puzzle pieces provides children with valuable counting practice. They learn to accurately count objects and match the counted quantity to the appropriate numeral. The presence of numerals and numbers in words helps children reinforce their ability to recognise numbers in various forms. They learn to associate the numeral symbol with its corresponding written word, enhancing their overall number recognition skills. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of ways: · Math lessons focused on numbers and counting · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Independent work stations This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around. What is included? Included are 10 two piece jigsaws with images to count and numbers in words and numerals.

Worksheet showing numbers 0-10 and then cards showing numbers 0-10 in a different font. Children to match number to number. Why do you need this? This activity helps children recognise numbers in different fonts, which enhances their ability to identify numbers regardless of variations in typography. It promotes flexibility in number recognition and strengthens their overall understanding of numerical symbols. The activity requires children to visually discriminate between different numerals. They must pay attention to the distinctive features of each numeral to make accurate matches, such as the shape and orientation of the digits. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of ways: · Math lessons focused on numbers and counting · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Independent work stations

6 shape sorting boards with different colour and size shapes to match and sort. Why do you need this? These shape sorting boards help in teaching basic geometric concepts such as shape recognition, colour recognition, and size differentiation. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of ways such as: · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Math lessons on basic 2D shapes · Independent work stations For continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around. What is included? Included are 6 boards showing the shapes circle, square, triangle, rectangle, pentagon and hexagon, each with 5 shapes to add.

Numbers 1-10 shown in figures and counting hands and children have to count the cubes and match them to the correct number. Why do you need this? This activity can be used to help children develop their understanding of numbers, counting skills, and number recognition in a hands-on and interactive way. By counting the cubes and matching them to the correct number, children practice their counting skills. This activity provides a concrete representation of numbers, helping children understand the concept of quantity. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of way: · Math lessons focused on number recognition and counting · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Independent work stations This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use you may want to laminate and use Velcro to move the pictures around. What is included? Included are 2 worksheets with number 1-10 and a set of pictures of cubes to count, cut and stick

Counting activity in which children need to count the pictures and then find the correct corresponding numeral to place on top. Why do you need this? This activity provides practice in counting objects accurately. By counting the pictures before finding the correct numeral, children develop their counting skills and learn to count in sequence. It reinforces the concept of quantity and helps children understand that numbers represent specific quantities. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of way: · Maths lessons focused on number recognition and counting · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Independent work stations This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use you may want to laminate and use Velcro to move the pictures around. What is included? Included is a worksheet with 11 boxes each showing a different number of pictures and then a sheet of number cards to cut and place on top.

Cut and stick pictures of big and small versions of the same pictures onto sorting boards labelled ‘big’ and ‘small’. Why do you need this? Teachers might use activities where children cut and stick pictures of big and small versions onto sorting boards to help students understand the concept of size and develop their fine motor skills. This hands-on activity engages students in visual discrimination as they compare and contrast the sizes of different objects. It also reinforces vocabulary related to size and encourages critical thinking as students categorise the pictures based on their size. Overall, this activity promotes both cognitive and motor skill development in a fun and interactive way. How and when might you use this? Teachers might use this activity during early childhood or reception education or with older children with special educational needs to introduce or reinforce the concept of size comparison. Can be used in group or independent practice or independent workstations. Can be used as a one off activity or for continued use you may want to laminate the boards and pictures and use Velcro to move the pictures around. What is included? Included are 2 boards, one labelled ‘big’ and one labelled ‘small’ and 14 pictures to cut and stick onto the appropriate board.

Cut and stick colourful pictures onto sorting boards labelled with 6 different colours. Why do you need this? This activity can be used to help children learn about colours and sorting in a hands-on and engaging way. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used to teach children about colours and sorting and grouping. Teachers might use this activity during early childhood or reception education or with older children with special educational needs to introduce or reinforce the learning of colours. Can be used in group or independent practice or independent workstations. This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use you may want to laminate the boards and pictures and use Velcro to move the pictures around. What is included? Included are 6 boards, each labelled with a different colour and 36 pictures to cut and stick onto the appropriate board.

Repeating patterns with colours and shapes for children to finish by cutting and sticking the correct shapes. Why do you need this? This activity helps children develop their pattern recognition skills by identifying and extending simple repeating patterns. Recognising patterns is an important early maths skill that lays the foundation for more complex mathematical concepts later on. Completing repeating patterns requires children to use critical thinking skills as they analyse the sequence of colours and shapes and predict the next element in the pattern. It encourages them to think logically and sequentially. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of ways: · Maths lessons focused on repeating patterns · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Independent work stations This can be used as a one off activity or for continued use I would recommend laminating this resource and using Velcro to move the jigsaw pieces around. What is included? Included are 5 worksheets with 2 and 3 blank boxes to complete the patterns and 5 worksheets with 4 blank boxes to complete the patterns.

Number boards for 1-10 with images to sort and match onto the correct boards, including numicon, dice, numeral, cubes, deines and counting fingers. Why do You need this? The activity helps reinforce children’s ability to recognise and associate numerals with their corresponding quantities. By matching images such as numicon, dice, cubes, and counting fingers to the correct numeral boards, children can strengthen their understanding of numbers. The activity provides children with exposure to different representations of numbers. By seeing numbers depicted in various ways, such as dots on a die, numicon, or fingers representing a quantity, children develop flexibility in their understanding of numbers. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of ways: · Math lessons focused on numbers and counting · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Independent work stations What is included? Included are boards for numbers 1-10 with 6 matching cards for each board.

Popcorn pots with numbers on them and then popcorn tops with a number to match to make number bonds to 10. Why do you need this? Number bonds are an important foundational concept in mathematics, particularly for understanding addition and subtraction relationships. The worksheet provides opportunities for students to practice decomposing numbers and recognizing the combinations that make up 10. How and when might you use this? This activity could be used in a variety of ways: · Math lessons focused on number bonds · Numeracy centers · Small group instruction to provide targeted support · Independent work stations What is included? Worksheet with 9 popcorn pots and a sheet with corresponding popcorn tops. Also included is a black and white version.