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Fun with numbers

Fun with numbers

Playful ways to explore numbers, counting, and problem-solving - making maths fun and hands-on!

This playlist is all about making numbers and maths engaging through play. From simple counting games to hands-on problem-solving, these activities help build number sense in a way that feels natural and enjoyable. Whether it’s exploring patterns, measuring, or playful maths challenges, learning numbers has never been this fun!

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Magnetic tile hidden messages
Magnetic tile hidden messages
Make your own decoder and reveal secret messages with a coloured magnetic tile!
2m
20m
Play dough poke
Play dough poke
A simple fine motor workout - just grab some play dough and things to poke into it!
2m
10m
Duplo coding
Duplo coding
Match coloured Duplo blocks to a pattern card using an egg carton - an easy, hands-on way to introduce early coding and logic skills.
5m
15m
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Salt tray writing
Salt tray writing
A calming and tactile way to practice drawing, writing, or doodling - just add salt to a tray and create your own little zen garden for fingers to explore.
2m
10m
DIY ball run
DIY ball run
Build a simple ball run using cardboard tubes and tape!
5m
10m
Truck smash
Truck smash
Have fun crashing toy trucks or cars into towers, cups, or figurines
2m
10m
Build the alphabet
Build the alphabet
Use toy bricks or blocks to build the letters of the alphabet, a boost for their literacy, STEM and fine motor skills!
2m
20m
Cardboard tube rolling game
Cardboard tube rolling game
A simple rolling challenge using a cardboard tube and an empty box
2m
10m
Magnet paper clip sort
Magnet paper clip sort
Use a magnetic wand or fridge magnet to collect and sort paper clips for some simple STEM play.
2m
15m
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Supermarket scavenger hunt
Supermarket scavenger hunt
Turn your grocery run into a playful mission for a more calm & engaging shopping experience.
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20m
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