Resources for Literacy and Numeracy

QToys' Wooden Maths Frames offer a hands on learning experience for addition and subtraction math. The set includes 2 wooden frames and 20 wooden double sided number/image tiles (1-10). A great way to explore counting and numbers in a playful and fun way. Recommended from 2 yrs+

Triangle, Square or Circle, these colourful wooden blocks are for both, building and puzzling. Their geometrical shapes open up a whole new world of discovery and learning. Since Grimm's blocks are not varnished or painted they have excellent grip when being stacked. Before children can understand geometrical forms and shapes they need to be able to feel and play with them. This set is ideal not only for at home but also in school. Contains: 30 blocks in a cardboard box, including ideas for play. Materials: lime wood, non-toxic water based color stain. Size: L= ca. 10 cm. Recommended from 3 yrs+

The Steiner inspired math learning wheel is perfect for introducing children to numbers and math. Designed for children to learn and practice their times tables while creating beautiful patterns at the same time. If you are learning the tables with this tool when passing zero “0” at the top, the numbers carry a unit of ten afterwards. So for example counting in threes: 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30 - starting with 3, 6, 9 then imagine a unit of ten in front of the next round so for 12 you would use the 2 space, 15 would be 5, 18 would be 8 – the same then for the next round except imagine a unit of 20, so 21 uses the space 1, 24 used the space 4 and so on. The pattern usually becomes evident. The Steiner math wheel is not only for older children who are learning multiplication but younger children can use the wheel to make patterns and become familiar with numbers. This will allow them to build up their fine motor skills and dexterity. Included is a learning wheel (25 x 25 x 5.5 cm), cord and activity cards. Recommended from 3 yrs+

Explore the alphabet with the KaperKidz Dinosaur A to Z Puzzle, featuring a delightful dinosaur design with 26 colorful pieces. The puzzle is housed in a wooden frame for easy packing away. Beyond the alphabet, this puzzle nurtures cognitive development by promoting problem solving strategies and logical thinking. Size: approx. 27.5 cm x 17.5cm Recommended from 3 yrs+

The Viga Toys Tracing Board Shapes features many different engraved shapes. They are an ideal learning tool for pre-writing skills and help control hand movement and form muscle memory through repeated tracing. Promoting fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and handwriting. Size: 30 x 22.5 x 0.9 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+ Also available in this collection is the Tracing Board Patterns.

The Viga Toys Tracing Board with engraved curves, zig zags, ups and downs and loops. They are an ideal learning tool for pre-writing skills and help control hand movement and form muscle memory through repeated tracing. Promoting fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and handwriting. Size: 30 x 22.5 x 0.9 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+ Also available in this collection is the Tracing Board Shapes.

Weights and Balance are fundamental learning skills. The game allows the comparison of different weights and how that affects balance with simple maths concepts to promote logical thinking and problem solving. The 16 magnetic blocks are all water-painted and made from beech wood while the magnets in the balancing base create stability and ease of use for little hands. The set includes 5 double sided challenge cards. Children can start by following the instructions and as their understanding develops, they can create their own combinations. The Janod Essentials range has been co-developed with a pre-school specialist following the trend of STEM learning, to introduce educational concepts in a simple and fun way, making them a great resource not only at home, but for kindergartens, child care centres and schools as well.  Size: 23 cm x 8 cm x 5.5 cm Recommended from 3 yrs+