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To begin to understand math and to build the foundation for later abstract mathematical learning, young children need many hands-on opportunities to explore quantity, size, and shape. Kaplan offers math materials for counting, measuring, comparing quantities, recognizing shapes, and materials that help children become familiar with written numbers.

3" Translucent Numbers - 10 Pieces
Item: 300555
Status: In Stock
$7.95
18 months & up. The 3" Translucent Numbers are perfect for little hands to learn how to write numbers! Pieces feature raised edges and arrows. Ideal for use on a light panel for tracing exercises. Colors may vary. Each number measures 3"L x 2"W x .25"H.
Giant Number Stampers - 0 through 9
Item: 302388
Status: In Stock
$11.95
3 years & up. Make early math learning creative and fun with this set of Giant Number Stamps! Perfect for introducing numbers 0-9, these oversized stamps encourage children to explore counting and number recognition through hands-on art activities. Each stamp features a comfortable grip, helping little learners stamp with confidence. Ideal for developing fine motor skills and early math concepts, this set makes learning numbers both engaging and mess-free. Set includes 10 stamps (numbers 0-9). Each stamp measures 2.75" D.
Explore the Weather Counters
Item: 301737
Status: In Stock
$21.95
3 years and up. Learn about the weather without interrupting playtime. This set of Explore the Weather Counters depicts 6 different weather patterns (lightning bolt, snowflake, cloud, raindrop, wind, and sun) for children to investigate. The child-sized pieces are perfect for small hands, and each weather pattern has a different surface pattern to spark sensory stimulation. As they play, children will gain valuable scientific knowledge about the world around them.
Backpack Bear Counters with Sorting Bowls
Item: 91034
Status: In Stock
$22.95
3 years & up. Provide your children with an exciting sorting activity with these textured Backpack Bear Counters with Sorting Bowls. These friendly bears are great for introducing matching, math skills, color recognition, critical thinking, and sorting to your children. Encourage your children to sort the bears into the bowl that matches their color. Have them call out the colors as they sort them. Includes 6 bowls and 102 teddy bears. Bowls measure 6"D x 1"H.
Kaplan Dough Counting Mats - Set of 9
Item: 86302
Status: In Stock
$19.95
3 years & up. Children can create dough eggs to put in the birds nest! Each dough mat has a numeral and corresponding counting dots so children know how many dough eggs to make and place in the nest. These mats are a wonderful and engaging way to incorporate math and fine motor skills. Activity card(s) included Gently wipe clean with a damp cloth, air dry. Measures 8.5" x 11". Set of 9.
Circular Sorting Tray
Item: 17311
Status: In Stock
$11.95
3 years & up. Customize your center time by combining this sorting tray with counters from popular classroom themes. (Counters sold separately).
Math Helpers
Item: 303267P
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Make math learning fun and engaging through hands-on play! Children will build essential math skills as they explore shapes and patterns, practice counting, and develop early addition and subtraction using these interactive magnetic manipulatives. Each set includes easy-to-grip foam magnetic tiles, a write-on/wipe-off magnetic board, and a 16 page activity guide packed with meaningful learning experiences. A wonderful way to strengthen math confidence!
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Geo Pegboard & 100 Colorful Pegs
Item: 46525P
Status: In Stock
$7.95 - $14.95
These colorful Geo Pegs offer endless opportunities for hands-on learning and creative play. Designed for use with the 8" x 8" square foam peg board or for open-ended stacking on their own, the pegs easily connect and balance, encouraging young learners to build, sort, and explore patterns. The geo pegs and peg board support fine motor development, counting skills, and early math concepts. Perfect for classrooms or learning centers, and inspires creativity while strengthening coordination and problem-solving skills.
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Rainbow Cones and Covers Set
Item: 63342P
Status: In Stock
$12.95 - $54.95
3 years & up. Bring movement and learning together with this versatile set of rainbow cones and number covers. Designed to support active play and early numeracy, this set encourages children to engage in games tht build number recognition, sequencing, and physical coordination. The 12 brightly colored cones are easy to spot both indoors and outoors, while the soil-resistant covers feature numbers 1-10 to introduce math concepts through hands-on play. Perfect for obstacle courses, group games, and classroom activities, this set promotes gross motor development, teamwork, and active learning in early childhood environments. Cones are 9" high. Available individually or as a set.
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Wooden Rulers
Item: 26599P
Status: In Stock
$0.75 - $8.95
12" Wooden Rulers with standard inch measurements.
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The Big Tape
Item: 15834
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. The Big Tape is just like a carpenter's, except that it is child-friendly. Measure everything in centimeters or inches using this retractable tape measure. Big and chunky and easy for little hands to use and understand size relationships. Tape measures 36" (100 cm) long.
Plastic Sorting and Mixing Bowls - Set of 6
Item: 91031
Status: In Stock
$8.95
3 years & up. Use these Hard Plastic Bright Colored Sorting and Mixing Bowls for Manipulatives and More for different color recognition activities. Children will enjoy sorting materials by color, texture, shape, size, and more. For a fun activity, encourage children to sort the items into the bowl that match the color. These bowls can also be used in sand and water tables, and during arts and crafts to mix materials. Measures 6"D x 1"H.
Junior GeoStix
Item: 63176
Status: In Stock
$27.95
$19.95
3 years & up. Develop creative thinking and improve fine motor skills with this unique building set. Make shapes, compare sizes, and identify colors and numbers. Our Junior GeoStix have multiple points of connection along each piece for unlimited possibilities for shape combinations and greater satisfaction for kids! Includes 140 flexible sticks in eight lengths and 20 double-sided activity cards. Children can either build the design on the activity cards or create their own designs. Either way, they can use those designs further in imaginative role play.
Sea Life Counters - 84 Pieces
Item: 31161
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Dive into learning with the help of these colorful sea creatures! This engaging set features 14 different sea creature counters in six different colors. Use this set in your classroom for a lesson about the many different sea creatures. Have children point out their favorite sea creatures and describe the details. Includes a starfish, penguin, turtle, frog, lobster, stingray, dolphin, whale, shark, seahorse, seal, crab, octopus, and ocean fish. Includes 84 counters.
Fruit Counters - 108 Pieces
Item: 31164
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Develop your childrens counting skills with these exciting Colorful Fruit Counters with Container for Practicing Early Math Skills. These counters represent a variety of healthy fruits in different colors. Children will love learning about healthy eating while building early math skills. These counters promote fine motor skills, early math skills, patterning, sorting, and color recognition. For a combination activity, have children count out how many of each fruit they're supposed to eat each day. Includes 108 counters and a container for easy storage.
Abacus Counting Tool
Item: 31158
Status: In Stock
$17.95
$15.95
3 years & up. Build foundational math skills through hands-on exploration with this abacus. This classic math manipulative helps children develop number sense, counting skills, pattern recognition, and early arithmetic concepts through tactile learning experiences. Perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary classrooms, the abacus provides a way for children to visualize mathematical relationships and build confidence in numeracy. Featuring colorful beads that slide smoothly along sturdy rods, the abacus encourages children to practice counting, sorting, addition, subtraction, and sequencing. As children move the beads, they strengthen fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving abilities. Ideal for math centers, small-group instruction, and independent exploration, this durable abacus promotes active learning and mathematical discovery.
Primary Calculator
Item: 24078
Status: In Stock
$5.95
Eco-calculator with dual power, both solar and battery. Energy saving auto shut-off functionality. Ideal handheld size. Batteries included.
My Math alive® Journal
Item: 31662P
Status: In Stock
$13.99 - $265.00
PreK Journals: 3 - 4 years. Kindergarten Journals: 5 - 8 years. From Alive Studios,  the PreK journals will help early learners master the numbers 0-10 and seven 2D shapes. The Kindergarten journals will help early learners master the numbers 0-20 and five 3D shapes. The FREE mobile app makes this journal come alive for an engaging and interactive experience in the classroom or at home! Early learners now have a fun way to demonstrate their growing understanding of numbers, counting, and shapes. Available individually, in a set of two (1 Prek and 1 Kindergarten journal), or in sets of twenty.
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Multi-Color Linking Cubes with Jar - 150 Pieces
Item: 82150
Status: In Stock
$19.95
3 years & up. Add a math element to your classroom with these Multi-Color Linking Cubes with Jar. Your children will enjoy stacking, sorting, counting and more! These durable plastic cubes promote early math skills such as color recognition, counting and patterning. This jar includes 150 cubes in ten different colors. The pieces store in a convenient jar with screw-on lid and handle. Cubes measure 8".
Pattern Blocks in a Variety of Shapes - 250 Pieces
Item: 31156
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. Encourage your children to practice patterning with these fun Multicolor and Multipurpose pattern blocks in a variety of shapes. This set of plastic blocks features six different shapes and colors that provide problem-solving challenges while building color, design and patterning skills. For extra learning, encourage children to sort the pieces by shape or the number of sides. Includes 250 pattern blocks and a plastic storage container.
Match It®! Early Math Skills
Item: 30610P
Status: In Stock
$15.95 - $46.95
3 years & up. Excellent and fun way to introduce early math skills. Each game has its own unique challenges, whether it is working on problem solving skills, memory, counting and number recognition, there is something for every child's level. The puzzle games include 20-30 self-correcting cards in different levels of play.
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Pattern Blocks Puzzle Picture Cards - 20 Cards
Item: 31157
Status: In Stock
$16.95
3 years & up. Encourage your children to practice patterning with these fun Practice Pattern Blocks Puzzle Picture Cards for Activities. These activity cards are a great accompaniment with pattern blocks. Encourage children to identify the shapes and colors as they place the pieces. These cards promote fine motor skills, problem solving, patterning, and color recognition. Includes 20 double-sided cards with 2 levels of difficulty. Pattern blocks sold separately. Measures 11.75"L x 8.25"W.
Transportation Counters with Container
Item: 148355P
Status: In Stock
$24.95 - $48.95
3 years & up. Develop your children's counting skills with these exciting Colorful Transportation Counters with Containers for practicing early math skills. These counters represent six different modes of transportation in a variety of colors. Children will love mimicking the sounds of the different vehicles as they count. These counters promote fine motor skills, early math skills, patterning, sorting, and color recognition. Each container includes 72 counters.
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Bug Counters - 108 Pieces
Item: 31169
Status: In Stock
$24.95
3 years & up. These colorful insects teach color recognition. The different insects will help with insect names and recognition. Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination skills will be enhanced as children make up different activities. Great for building fine motor skills and reinforcing counting, sorting, patterning and other early math skills. Includes 108 counters in 6 colors.