Count & Match Wooden Set

Count & Match Wooden Set

This wooden counting and matching material supports the development of early math concepts, number sense, and fine motor skills through hands-on, structured activities.

The set includes wooden counting boards with recessed holes, colored wooden spheres, number tokens, math symbol tokens, and wooden tweezers. Children work with concrete quantities, matching numbers to objects and building a clear understanding of one-to-one correspondence.

Activities

One-to-One Counting Activity
The child selects a number token and places the corresponding number of spheres into the matching board. This activity reinforces one-to-one correspondence and helps the child understand that each number represents a specific quantity.

Number Matching Activity
Using the number tokens, the child matches numerals to quantities already placed on the board. This supports number recognition and strengthens the connection between symbols and real quantities.

Early Math Equations Activity
The child uses number and symbol tokens (plus, minus, equals) to create and solve simple math equations using the spheres as concrete counters. This introduces addition and subtraction in a clear, visual, and hands-on way.

Fine Motor Activity with Tweezers
Using the wooden tweezers, the child transfers spheres into the board while counting or solving equations. This strengthens the pincer grasp, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor control, supporting preparation for writing.

The material progresses naturally from basic counting to more advanced matching and early operations. It can be used for independent work, small-group activities, or guided lessons.

Skills Developed

• One-to-one correspondence
• Counting and number recognition
• Early addition and subtraction
• Logical and mathematical thinking
• Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
• Concentration and independent work habits

Details

• Age: 3+
• Material: Wood
• Includes: Wooden counting boards, colored wooden spheres, number tokens, math symbol tokens, wooden tweezers