Toys That Develop Number Recognition
Our Top 5 Picks
Excellerations Coin Jar: Fun Math Learning
Excellerations Counting Coins Jar is the perfect companion for our little learners as they dive into the world of numbers and money! Packed with 500 realistic coins, this educational toy not only makes counting and sorting exciting but also builds foundational math skills like shape and number recognition. As parents and educators, we appreciate the durability and thoughtful design of the jar, which makes it easy for tiny hands to explore and engage. 3+ years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Excellerations Coin Jar includes 500 realistic coins that transform math learning into a tactile adventure, making counting and sorting feel like playtime while building confidence.
Engaging Number Stamps for Little Hands
Colorations Good Grasp Stamping Sticks Pack of 10 is a delightful tool for our young learners! Designed to fit comfortably in little hands, these number stamps encourage creativity while reinforcing essential math skills. With numbers 0 through 9 readily available, children can dive into exciting activities that make counting, addition, and number recognition fun and interactive. 3-7 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Engaging Number Stamps for Little Hands includes a pack of 10 perfectly sized stamps that turn math lessons into interactive adventures, making learning numbers a delightful experience.
VTech Little Smartphone Fun
The VTech Little Smartphone is a delightful pretend phone designed for toddlers aged 6 months to 3 years. With engaging voice messages, light-up buttons, and a holographic puppy and kitty, this toy sparks imagination while promoting early learning skills such as number recognition, color identification, and auditory development. Parents and educators will love how this interactive tool combines fun and education, guiding little ones in their developmental journey with sing-along songs and cheerful melodies. 6 months to 3 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
VTech Little Smartphone Fun features engaging voice messages and light-up buttons, making early learning feel like a delightful game of pretend while building essential skills.
Master Math with Junior Learning's Fun Line Activities
Junior Learning JL325 50# Line Activities is a fantastic way to introduce our little learners to the world of mathematics! With 50 double-sided activity cards, this product provides a dynamic learning experience that fosters mathematical mastery and understanding using number lines. We love how it follows a developmental progression, ensuring that our kids build their skills step by step. 5-8 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Master Math with Junior Learning's Fun Line Activities includes 50 double-sided activity cards that turn learning math into an engaging adventure, keeping kids excited about numbers and progress.
Polyhedra Dice: Fun Math Adventures
LEARNING ADVANTAGE Polyhedra Dice make math exciting! These vibrant 12-sided dice are not just for rolling; they’re versatile tools for mastering early numeracy skills. Imagine using them during family game nights, seamlessly blending fun with learning while practicing addition, subtraction, and number recognition. 5-10 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Polyhedra Dice: Fun Math Adventures features vibrant 12-sided dice that turn math practice into a lively family game night, making learning feel like playtime.
VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk Deluxe
The VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk Deluxe 4-in-1 Pre-Kindergarten Expansion Pack Bundle is the ultimate addition to your little one's learning journey! Designed for ages 2-4, this interactive and engaging bundle includes four themed expansion packs that introduce foundational concepts like numbers, nursery rhymes, and animal facts. Each vibrant, double-sided activity page is durable and easy to clean, allowing children to practice essential skills such as critical thinking, language development, and early literacy. 2-4 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk Deluxe comes with four themed expansion packs that turn educational concepts into playful adventures, making learning feel like fun instead of homework.
Fun Learning with VTech Pull and Sing Puppy
VTech Pull and Sing Puppy is the perfect companion for our little explorers! As they push or pull this adorable puppy, they'll not only engage with delightful music and sounds but also build essential gross motor skills. With colorful buttons that introduce numbers, colors, and body parts, it’s a fantastic way for toddlers to enhance their fine motor skills while developing their language abilities. 6-36 months
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Fun Learning with VTech Pull and Sing Puppy features colorful buttons that introduce numbers and colors, making learning feel like playtime and keeping little ones happily engaged.
Engaging Number Spinners for Learning Fun
hand2mind - 4589 ETA Color/Number Spinner Collection is a fantastic way to bring excitement into learning! These versatile spinners are perfect for game nights or circle time, transforming math into an engaging experience for kids. Whether we’re teaching numbers, counting, or basic arithmetic, the dry erase surface allows us to tailor lessons for each child, encouraging creativity and critical thinking. 3-8 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Engaging Number Spinners for Learning Fun feature a dry erase surface that transforms math from daunting to delightful, making lessons feel more like games than work.
Playfoam Shape & Learn Numbers Set
The Educational Insights Playfoam Shape & Learn Numbers Set is a delightful way to engage preschoolers in number learning through fun, tactile play! With vibrant Playfoam bricks and double-sided number cards, children will not only learn proper number formation but also boost their confidence while enjoying sensory stimulation. This set helps develop fine motor skills and creativity, making it a cherished addition to any classroom or home. 3+ years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Playfoam Shape & Learn Numbers Set includes vibrant Playfoam bricks and double-sided number cards, making number formation a hands-on adventure that turns learning into a tactile joy.
Colorful Counting Cows for Early Learners
The Learning Resources Snap-n-Learn Counting Cows Toy Set offers a delightful and hands-on way for young children to explore numbers and colors! Perfectly designed for ages 18 months and older, this vibrant set combines counting, color recognition, and fine motor skill development into one engaging experience. With numbered cow fronts and their matching spotted backs, kids can enjoy matching and sorting while building vital skills like number recognition and 1:1 correspondence. 18+ months
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Colorful Counting Cows for Early Learners features vibrant counting and matching pairs, making numbers and colors a delightful game that sparks curiosity and foundational math skills.
Engaging Number Puzzle Cards for Young Learners
Learning Resources Number Puzzle Cards are an exciting way for toddlers to dive into the world of numbers! These vibrant, self-correcting puzzles not only make number recognition fun but also help develop essential fine motor and counting skills. We love how each number is crafted in large, bold shapes that are perfect for little hands, offering a tactile experience that enhances learning. 3+ years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Engaging Number Puzzle Cards for Young Learners feature vibrant, self-correcting designs that make number exploration a fun and hands-on experience, keeping little minds eager to learn.
Excellerations Number Tossing Baskets Fun!
Number Tossing Baskets are the perfect blend of education and play! These vibrant, collapsible baskets feature numbers 1-5, allowing our kids to practice their throwing and tossing skills in a fun, engaging way. As we encourage them to aim and toss, we're also helping them develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while promoting physical activity. 3-6 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Excellerations Number Tossing Baskets Fun! includes vibrant, collapsible baskets for tossing, making number practice an active, engaging game that keeps little ones moving and learning.
Engaging Learning with Rainbow Color Spinners
hand2mind Rainbow Color Spinners are the perfect blend of fun and education! We love how these spinners turn learning into an interactive adventure, making them ideal for game nights, classroom activities, or individual exercises. Whether using them for teaching numbers, counting, or developing basic math skills, the possibilities are endless! 3-10 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Engaging Learning with Rainbow Color Spinners features a dry erase surface that allows us to customize lessons, turning every learning moment into a vibrant adventure!
Rocket Shape Sorter for Fun Learning
The Learning Journey Early Learning - Rocket Shape Sorter is an engaging way to spark curiosity in our little ones while nurturing essential learning skills. With eight brightly colored letters and numbers to sort, this freestanding rocket not only entertains but also encourages fine motor skills, problem-solving, and spatial awareness. As kids fit the shapes into their respective cutouts, they experience a sense of accomplishment that boosts their confidence and self-esteem. 12 months and up
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Rocket Shape Sorter features eight brightly colored letters and numbers, turning playtime into a fun learning adventure that builds confidence and keeps little hands busy.
Interactive Puppy for Active Learning
The VTech Roll and Discover Puppy is the perfect playtime companion for little ones on the move! With its engaging music, sounds, and delightful movements, this playful puppy not only entertains but also nurtures gross motor skills as children push it along. Twist its tail and ears to further develop fine motor skills, while exploring colors, numbers, and playful songs through three colorful buttons. 12 months+
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Interactive Puppy for Active Learning features engaging music and movements that turn pushing and play into a delightful learning experience, sparking curiosity in little explorers.
Pop-a-Balls Push and Pop Fun!
VTech Pop-a-Balls Push and Pop Bulldozer is an exciting way for our little ones to learn while they play! As our children push the handle and watch the colorful balls pop out of the chimney, they're not just having fun—they're also engaging in vital motor skill development and coordination. With every roll, they'll encounter numbers, colors, and catchy tunes that stimulate their curiosity and attention. 2-5 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Pop-a-Balls Push and Pop Fun! features a push handle that sends colorful balls shooting out, making learning through play both dynamic and engaging for little hands.
123 Truck: Sing-Along Learning Adventure
The Learning Journey Early Learning Vehicles - 123 Truck is the perfect playful companion for our toddlers as they embark on their learning journey! This delightful dump truck not only introduces numbers but also engages little ones with four catchy sing-along melodies that make learning fun. It's designed to build essential skills like fine motor coordination and cognitive development, all while boosting confidence through interactive play. 18+ months
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
123 Truck features four catchy sing-along melodies that turn learning numbers into a joyful musical adventure, making every playtime an exciting journey into education!
LeapFrog Tad's School Adventure Book
LeapFrog Tad's Get Ready for School Book is a delightful portal into the world of learning for our little ones. By engaging with vibrant illustrations, children discover essential topics like ABCs, numbers, colors, and shapes while sparking their curiosity about emotions and music. We cherish how the interactive elements bring the content to life, enhancing early literacy and comprehension skills, all while making learning fun! Preschool
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
LeapFrog Tad's School Adventure Book engages kids with vibrant illustrations and interactive elements that spark curiosity while prepping them for their exciting school journey ahead.
Versatile Learn and Discover Table
The VTech Sit-to-Stand Learn and Discover Table, Pink, is a delightful companion for your baby's early exploration and growth. This innovative toy transforms from a playful floor activity to an interactive learning table, creating endless opportunities for discovery. Packed with six engaging learning stations, it introduces essential concepts like letters, numbers, and colors, all while helping to develop fine motor skills. 6+ months
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Versatile Learn and Discover Table transforms from a floor activity to an interactive table, making learning fun as little ones delve into letters and numbers with catchy tunes.
Engage Learning with Black Number Stickers
Teacher Created Resources Black Numbers Stickers (TCR3558) are a fantastic tool for fostering a love of numbers in our children! With a total of 121 stickers featuring numbers from 0-9 and 21 symbols, these adorable 1-inch stickers are perfect for creating hands-on learning experiences. We can use them to make math fun, decorate lessons, or even personalize our kids' assignments. 3+ years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Engage Learning with Black Number Stickers includes 121 stickers that transform math into a colorful adventure, making number fun stick around long after the lesson ends.
Daisy Number Sense Puzzles for Early Math Fun
Really Good Stuff Daisy Number Sense Puzzles Set is a delightful way to engage our little learners aged 4 to 6 in the world of numbers! This interactive set not only fosters recognition of numbers 11 to 20 but also enhances subitizing skills through playful matching activities with tally marks, dice dots, and ten-frames. As parents and educators, we appreciate that these puzzles are self-checking, ensuring that our children build confidence in their math abilities independently. 4-6 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Daisy Number Sense Puzzles for Early Math Fun are self-checking, which helps kids confidently explore numbers while making learning feel like an exciting game.
LeapFrog Step and Learn Violet: Educational Fun!
LeapFrog Step and Learn Violet is the perfect interactive companion for little learners! As your child takes Violet on walks, they'll not only enhance their gross motor skills but also engage in a world of educational fun with letters, numbers, and catchy songs. With her moving head, legs, and tail, Violet captures attention while scrolling educational content on her LED backpack screen. 2-4 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
LeapFrog Step and Learn Violet features an engaging LED backpack screen that turns every stroll into an educational adventure, making learning letters and numbers a delightful experience.
Colorful Learning with Rainbow Letters
Rainbow Letters is not just a collection of cards; it’s a fun gateway to mastering addition skills for children aged 5-8! With 62 vibrant, sturdy cards designed for easy sorting and self-checking, little learners can practice adding numbers 13 through 18 while boosting their confidence. These cards are made from quality tagboard right here in the USA, ensuring they're safe and durable for curious hands. 5-8 years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Colorful Learning with Rainbow Letters includes 62 vibrant cards that turn addition practice into a bright and engaging activity, making math feel like a fun challenge instead of homework.
Engaging Addition with Domino Fun
Junior Learning JL481 Addition Dominoes is a fantastic way to introduce the joy of addition to our little ones! These thick plastic dominoes are designed for easy handling, making math feel like a game rather than a chore. The colorful set includes 28 pieces, perfect for matching numbers and mastering addition skills while having fun with friends and family. 3+ years
Develops skills:
Why we love it:
Engaging Addition with Domino Fun includes 28 thick, colorful pieces that turn math into a lively game, making addition feel like an exciting challenge for kids!