Toys That Develop Early Math Skills
Our Top 5 Picks
Master Addition with Fun Flash Cards!
Addition All Facts Through 12 Skill Drill Flash Cards are an exciting way to boost your child's math skills! These 169 self-checking cards are perfect for reinforcing addition facts in a fun and engaging manner. Designed for children ages 6 to 8, they not only enhance computation abilities but also build crucial problem-solving skills as kids prepare for Grade 1 to Grade 2 challenges. 6-8 years
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Master Addition with Fun Flash Cards! includes 169 self-checking cards that turn math practice into a playful adventure, making learning addition a breeze and a joy.
Fun Numbers 0-100 Pocket Flash Cards
Numbers 0-100 Pocket Flash Cards are a fantastic way to help our little learners master counting and number recognition! These durable and easy-to-handle cards encourage hands-on learning experiences that can be used at home, in the classroom, or even on the go. With both numbers and number words included, our children develop essential math skills while having fun. 5+ years
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Fun Numbers 0-100 Pocket Flash Cards come with engaging activity ideas to make learning math feel like an exciting game, turning tiny hands into big-number thinkers!
Colorful Learning with Rainbow Sorting Crayons
Learning Resources Rainbow Sorting Crayons invite little hands to explore the vibrant world of color while developing essential early math skills! With 56 pieces in a delightful array of hues, these crayons make sorting, grouping, and counting a truly engaging experience for kids. As fellow parents and educators, we appreciate how this toy can spark a love for learning through play, enhancing fine motor skills and encouraging vocabulary growth along the way. 3+ years
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Colorful Learning with Rainbow Sorting Crayons include 56 delightful pieces that make sorting and counting a feast for little hands, turning math into a colorful adventure!
Eureka Numbers Stickers for Learning Fun
Eureka Numbers 1-20 Stickers are a fantastic addition to any classroom or home learning environment! These vibrant vertical banners, measuring a generous 12 x 45 inches, are perfect for making numbers engaging and visible. As fellow parents and educators, we appreciate how these colorful designs not only brighten up any space but also provide children with a fun way to recognize and learn numbers. 3+ years
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Eureka Numbers Stickers for Learning Fun are vibrant vertical banners that transform any space into a colorful counting adventure, making number recognition both engaging and visually delightful.
Monkeys Jumping Rhyme & Learn Set
The Constructive Playthings 8 pc. Storytelling Prop Set for 'Monkeys Jumping On The Bed' is a delightful way to bring this beloved nursery rhyme to life. With five playful monkeys, a caring mama, and a doctor, children can engage in imaginative storytelling while practicing early math skills with the beautifully embroidered numbers on each monkey. 3+ years
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Monkeys Jumping Rhyme & Learn Set features five playful monkeys that turn a beloved nursery rhyme into a fun, interactive learning experience, blending storytelling with early math practice.
Counting Fun with One To Ten Cans
Learning Resources One To Ten Counting Cans is the perfect way to spark excitement about numbers in our little ones! This engaging set not only makes learning to count a breeze, but it also fosters language skills and fine motor development through hands-on play. With colorful plastic fruits and vegetables tucked away in playful cans, children will love sorting and recognizing numbers and words as they practice essential math skills. 3+ years
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Counting Fun with One To Ten Cans features colorful plastic fruits and vegetables, making counting feel like a treasure hunt that transforms learning into joyful playtime.
Magnetic Ten-Frame Fun Boards
Learning Resources Magnetic Ten-Frame Answer Boards bring math to life for kids aged 5 and up! These engaging, giant magnetic boards are perfect for fostering early math skills as they work with colorful counters to represent numbers, solve addition and subtraction problems, and develop an intuitive sense of quantity. With individual and group use, this versatile set promotes collaborative learning while adding a visual dimension to understanding numbers 1 through 20. 5+ years
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Magnetic Ten-Frame Fun Boards turn math into a colorful group activity, making number learning as engaging as it is educational—who knew counters could spark so much joy?
Miniature Grocery Cart Adventure
The Toysmith Miniature Grocery Shopping Cart is a delightful way to inspire imaginative play for kids aged 3 and up. Designed to mimic real shopping carts, this sturdy toy encourages role-playing, social interaction, and early math skills as children learn to sort, count, and manage their 'groceries' while developing fine motor skills as they push and maneuver the cart. This charming addition to playtime not only entertains but also enriches children's understanding of everyday activities and fosters independence in a fun, engaging way. 3+ years
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Miniature Grocery Cart Adventure features a sturdy design to mimic real shopping carts, turning ordinary grocery tasks into a delightful role-playing experience that teaches life skills.
Mix And Measure Fun: Science Adventures!
Learning Resources Mix And Measure Activity Set makes science come alive for our little ones! This colorful collection not only sparks curiosity but also introduces essential measurement concepts through hands-on play. As kids mix and create goo, slime, and puffy paint, they're developing vital sensory skills and math abilities—all while having a blast! 3+ years
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Mix And Measure Fun: Science Adventures! is a colorful set that transforms learning through hands-on mixing and creating goo, making math and science a delightful mess.
Magnetic Color Sorting Adventure
The Learning Resources Splash Of Color Magnetic Sorting Set transforms playtime into an exciting journey of color discovery! With 40 vibrant magnetic objects and 8 paint bucket frames, our educational toy engages children aged 3 and up in reinforcing color recognition, vocabulary, and early math skills. We love how it encourages hands-on learning as kids sort the colorful magnets into their matching cans, making every session a fun, interactive experience on any magnetic surface—like whiteboards! 3+ years
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Magnetic Color Sorting Adventure includes 40 vibrant magnetic objects, effortlessly transforming color learning into a playful experience that sticks—literally and figuratively—to the fridge!
Engaging Foam Numbered Dice Fun
Teacher Created Resources Foam Numbered Dice (20609) are the perfect playful addition to any learning environment! These lightweight, soft, and quiet dice make counting, grouping, and patterning activities so much more engaging for our little learners. Plus, they're washable and come in a resealable storage bag, making clean-up a breeze after endless hours of exploration. 3+ years
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Engaging Foam Numbered Dice Fun are soft and quiet, making counting and grouping activities a playful breeze—perfect for sparking math joy without the noise.
Engaging Hape Wooden Counting Stacker
Hape Wooden Counting Stacker Block Set is the perfect blend of fun and learning for our little ones! As parents and educators, we know how important it is to foster early math skills, and this colorful set does just that. With ten vibrant beads for counting and stacking, children get hands-on experience with numbers while enhancing their dexterity and understanding of spatial relationships. 12 months and up
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Engaging Hape Wooden Counting Stacker features ten vibrant beads that make learning numbers a playful adventure, ensuring that math feels like fun rather than a chore.
Explore 3D Shapes with Solid Blocks
The hand2mind Wood Geometric Solid Blocks, 3D Shapes, Classroom Kit is an engaging way for kids to explore the world of geometry. With 96 beautifully crafted blocks featuring 12 unique shapes, children can develop critical thinking, spatial awareness, and early math skills while enjoying hands-on, tactile learning. Perfect for both classrooms and at-home play, these smooth, safe blocks invite creativity and collaboration among little learners. 3+ years
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Explore 3D Shapes with Solid Blocks includes 96 beautifully crafted blocks that transform geometry into a fun, hands-on adventure for curious minds to explore and create.
Matching Numbers Puzzle for Little Learners
Bigjigs Toys My First Matching Numbers Puzzle is a delightful introduction to numbers for our little ones. As we watch our toddlers engage with the brightly colored wooden pieces, it’s not just play; it’s a wonderful opportunity for them to develop dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and small motor skills. Each chunky piece is perfectly designed for little hands, promoting concentration as they learn to match numbers with their corresponding slots. 18+ months
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Matching Numbers Puzzle for Little Learners features brightly colored wooden pieces that make early math an interactive adventure, turning number learning into a fun game for tiny hands.
Delicious Learning with Cupcake Sorting!
Learning Resources Smart Snacks Shape Sorting Cupcakes engage toddlers in fun, hands-on learning. This delightful set not only enhances fine motor skills as little ones match colorful cupcake tops to their bottoms, but it also fosters color and shape recognition—essential building blocks for early education. Ideal for playdates, homeschooling, and gift-giving, it turns learning into a sweet adventure for kids aged 18 months and up! 18 months+
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Delicious Learning with Cupcake Sorting! features colorful cupcake tops and bottoms that transform playtime into a yummy lesson in shapes and colors, making learning oh-so-sweet.
New Sprouts Picnic Set: Fun Learning Adventure
Learning Resources New Sprouts Picnic Set is the ultimate invitation to imaginative play! With 15 colorful pieces, this set sparks early dramatic play and social interaction, making it perfect for toddlers. As we pack our picnic, we encourage language development by identifying foods and creating our favorite meals together. 18+ months
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New Sprouts Picnic Set features 15 colorful pieces that make meal-building a fun way to foster creativity and language skills, turning every picnic into an imaginative learning adventure!
Interactive Learning with the Shape Sorting Clock
Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Clock is a delightful wooden toy that not only captivates children's attention but also serves as a vital educational tool. With 12 colorful, shaped pieces that fit snugly into their respective spots, kids develop fine motor skills while learning about numbers, colors, and shapes. The rotating minute and hour hands introduce the essential concept of time in an engaging way, making learning feel effortless and fun. 3+ years
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Interactive Learning with the Shape Sorting Clock features 12 colorful, shaped pieces that transform learning about time and shapes into an engaging, hands-on experience for kids.
Measure & Learn: Fun with Tape!
Learning Resources Simple Tape Measure is the perfect tool for sparking curiosity in your little ones while they play! With its retractable design and the ability to measure up to 4 feet, kids can embark on their own mini construction projects, compare heights, and engage in hands-on math activities, all while having a blast. As parents and educators, we know the importance of building foundational skills—this fun toy helps children grasp basic measurement concepts in both inches/feet and centimeters/meters. 3+ years
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Measure & Learn: Fun with Tape! features a retractable design that transforms measuring into an exciting project, making math a hands-on adventure your child won’t want to miss.
String Shapes: Colorful Learning Fun!
Hape String Shapes Wooden Toy Blocks is not just a toy; it's a gateway to creativity and learning! With 32 vibrant wooden blocks and 2 colorful laces, little hands can create everything from towering structures to delightful trains. This engaging set promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as children lace and stack their designs. 3+ years
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String Shapes: Colorful Learning Fun! includes 32 vibrant wooden blocks that encourage little ones to build, creating a joyful blend of play and learning right at their fingertips.
Engaging Learning with Teacher Magnetic Foam
Teacher Magnetic Foam: Small Numbers Foam is the perfect tool for making early math skills fun and interactive! As fellow parents and educators, we know how vital it is to instill a love for numbers from a young age. These soft, lightweight pieces not only help little ones grasp essential counting and number recognition, but their quiet design means we can create a focused learning environment without distractions. 3-6 years
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Teacher Magnetic Foam includes soft, lightweight pieces that make early math skills feel like a fun game, turning every counting session into a delightful adventure!
Engaging Barn-Themed Jumbo Puzzle
The Melissa & Doug Busy Barn Shaped Jumbo Jigsaw Floor Puzzle is a fantastic way to spark curiosity and learning in our little ones! Designed for children, this vibrant 32-piece puzzle not only entertains but also nurtures essential skills like hand-eye coordination and problem-solving. The extra-thick cardboard pieces are perfect for tiny hands, making it a joy for both kids and caregivers to explore together. 3+ years
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Engaging Barn-Themed Jumbo Puzzle features 32 vibrant pieces that invite little hands to explore while developing critical thinking and coordination together—what a delightful bonding experience!
Adventurous Animal Counting Fun
Learning Resources Wild About Animals Jungle Counters is our exciting gateway to early math and vocabulary for little explorers aged 3 and up. This vibrant set of 72 counters includes six different shapes and colors, making counting, sorting, and patterning an engaging jungle adventure! As parents and educators, we love how this toy not only supports key math skills but also encourages imaginative play, fostering a connection with nature through fun animal figures. 3+ years
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Adventurous Animal Counting Fun includes 72 vibrant counters that make early math a wild and interactive jungle expedition, blending learning with play like no other.
Flashing Number 7 Cake Decoration Delight
Flashing Number 7 Party Cake Decoration is the perfect addition to your child's birthday celebration! Not only does it brighten up the cake with its vibrant red hue and flashing lights, but it offers a fantastic opportunity to engage your little ones in number recognition and counting. As we gather around to sing and celebrate, we can use this moment to talk about milestones and what it means to turn seven. 3+ years
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Flashing Number 7 Cake Decoration Delight lights up the cake while creating a perfect moment for engaging discussions about turning seven and celebrating milestones.
Delightful Melissa & Doug Toaster Set!
Melissa & Doug Bread and Butter Toaster Set is a charming way to engage little ones in imaginative play! This delightful wooden playset encourages hands-on learning as kids develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while mastering the art of pretend cooking. With interactive features like a pop-up toaster and a reusable activity card for special orders, it sets the stage for fun and educational role-playing experiences. 3-6 years
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Delightful Melissa & Doug Toaster Set features a pop-up toaster and reusable activity card, making pretend cooking a tasty way to spark creativity and early learning!