It’s important to expose children to math skills early because they are so important to a child’s success. In our everyday lives, understanding math enables us to do so many things from managing time and money to solving problems and making sound decisions.
And, it’s a plus (no pun intended!) that there are so many ways to expose children to math in ways that are non-threatening. Earth Explorer Toys carries a variety of toys that help kids learn some mad math skills. But, they’ll be having so much fun playing they won’t even realize they’re learning.
We love the Teaching Cash Register ($49.99), which features an LCD screen that displays the tally, and a scanner that “speaks” prices out loud. There’s a coin slot that reads plastic and real coins, a spring scale and coupons, credit card and play money!
Zingo! 123 is great game that encourages number play and math skills. This Bingo-like game also builds concentration skills, supports early readers, teaches good sportsmanship and engages the whole family ($19.99)
0-9 Magnatab Numbers ($19.99) will help your little one learn the fundamentals of number writing. He or she will use a magnetic stylus to trace lines and follow arrows to write numbers 0-9. You simply erase with the tip of a finger.
What ways do you encourage your child’s growing math skills?
