Looking to turn numeracy into a fun, hands-on adventure? Our Felt Ball Number Tray Pack is the perfect resource to help learners develop their numerical skills and basic math skills in an engaging and tactile way. These beautifully neutral wooden boards are a stylish addition to any early years maths area. Featuring perfectly dented slots for felt balls, they encourage one-to-one correspondence, counting, and pattern explorationall while keeping things visually pleasing. And lets face it, anything that reduces the chaos of loose resources deserves a standing ovation from teachers!

These trays are designed for more than just felt balls. Gather natural treasures like acorns, pebbles or leaves to create a true treasure trove of early years maths activities. Speaking of pebbles, our blue, green, and clear glass pebbles are a great resource for tracing the dented trays while enhancing fine motor skills. Add a pair of wooden tongs, and youve got a motor development tool that doubles as a fun challenge for learners. Throw in some baskets for treasure collection storage, and suddenly, the numbers game becomes a treasure hunt. Whether its reasoning, problem solving or exploring mathematical concepts, this pack will keep learners captivated while aligning with the early years foundation stage maths curriculum.

TheseFelt Ball Number Trays are ideal for EYFS settings, with the flexibility to extend into KS1 and even as part of numeracy key stage 2 teacher resources. They encourage practical maths skills and link seamlessly to literacy and numeracy activities. So, roll out the felt balls, dive into the maths games, and let the counting adventures begin. Recommended for ages 3+ and designed to handle daily wear and tear, these trays are as sturdy as your patience on a Monday morning.

Features

• Durable wooden number trays: Each tray is crafted from high-quality wood, designed to withstand classroom use. The smooth surface ensures safety for learners while maintaining a stylish, neutral design that complements any EYFS maths area.
• Pack of 11 trays: This set includes a full range of numbers, offering plenty of opportunities for learners to explore counting and patterns while mastering numerical skills.
• Perfectly sized felt ball slots: The trays feature slots that snugly fit felt balls (sold separately), ensuring tactile engagement while exploring numeracy skills and mathematical concepts.
• Compact dimensions: Measuring 15 cm x 21 cm, these trays are compact yet spacious enough for learners to experiment with various counting materials.
• Multi-use design: Ideal for use with felt balls, acorns, pebbles or other natural finds. Pair with baskets for organised play and seamless transitions between activities.

Benefits

• Supports early maths development: Helps children develop one-to-one correspondence, reasoning, and problem-solving skills, linking practical activities to the early years maths curriculum.
• Encourages fine motor development: Incorporating tools like wooden tongs promotes hand-eye coordination and precision, essential for developing early years maths and literacy skills.
• Promotes creativity and exploration: Learners can use the trays with various materials, from felt balls to nature finds, fostering creativity while building basic mathematical skills.
• Integrates seamlessly into EYFS settings: Perfect for numeracy-focused games and early years foundation stage maths activities, making learning a hands-on and engaging experience.
• Aligns with curriculum goals: Supports the early years foundation stage maths curriculum, ensuring teachers have a versatile and curriculum-aligned resource for their EYFS maths area.