Toys That Develop Early Math

Carson Dellosa 197 School Pop Stickers bring a splash of color and creativity to any educational setting! With 180 vibrant letters and numbers plus fun labels, these stickers are perfect for enhancing learning experiences at home or in the classroom. We love how they help our little ones develop essential skills like letter recognition, early math, and organization while allowing them to express their creativity through personalized projects. 3+ years

Munchkin® Learn™ Bath Letters and Numbers transforms bath time into an exciting learning adventure. Designed for toddlers 18 months and up, these soft, non-toxic foam letters and numbers not only float but also stick to tub walls when wet, making it a delightful way for little ones to explore the alphabet, practice counting, and even spell simple words. This engaging bath toy nurtures hand-eye coordination and language development, ensuring that our kids learn while they splash and play! 18 months and up

Design & Drill Take-Along Toolkit is the perfect introduction to STEM for our little ones. As parents and educators, we know how important it is for kids to develop their coordination and fine motor skills. With 66 pieces, including a toy drill and colorful bolts, children can explore, create, and count their way through exciting designs. 3+ years

The Hape Rainbow Bead Abacus is a delightful way to introduce children aged 18 months to 4 years to the world of numbers and counting. With 10 rows of 10 vibrant beads in cheerful rainbow colors, this abacus not only enhances counting skills but also fosters fine motor development and color recognition. Parents and educators alike will appreciate its non-toxic, child-safe materials and durable design, making it a wonderful addition to early learning environments. 18 months - 4 years

Hape Checkout Register brings the excitement of pretend play right into our homes! With a built-in barcode scanner and card reader, our little ones can dive into the world of shopping and money management while having a blast. This delightful cash register not only develops social skills through collaborative play but also introduces early math concepts and responsibilities with its included paper money and coins. 3-5 years

Learning Resources All About Me Family Counters invite our little ones to dive into the delightful world of family and self-discovery! This vibrant set, featuring diverse figures and playful colors, encourages early math exploration while helping kids understand their own identities and social dynamics. With 72 soft, tactile counters representing family members and pets, children can engage their sensory skills and develop color recognition in the most enjoyable way. 3+ years

LeapFrog Number Lovin' Oven is a delightful way to blend cooking fun with early math learning! As our little chefs explore the colorful ingredients, they’re not just playing—they're practicing counting, sharing, and honing vocabulary skills in a hands-on environment. With over 30 engaging songs and phrases, this charming oven sparks curiosity and imagination while making math feel like a treat. 2-5 years

Lion Number Puzzle is an enchanting way to introduce numbers 1-10 to our little ones! With its vibrant colors and playful lion shape, it captivates toddlers' attention while making learning feel like playtime. We love that it supports fine motor skills as kids effortlessly pull apart and reassemble each chunky piece. 1+ years

The Small Foot Wooden Magnetic Numbers in a Travel Box is our go-to educational toy for little mathematicians aged 3 and up! With 40 vibrant pieces, including numbers and arithmetic symbols, this gem makes learning math a fun, hands-on experience. As a parent, we've found that these beautifully crafted wooden numbers not only boost our children's understanding of numbers but also enhance their motor skills and creative play—all while being safe and durable. 3+ years

Melissa & Doug Laundry Basket Play Set is the perfect way to turn household chores into an exciting adventure for our little ones! This delightful pretend play set, complete with a wooden iron, ironing board, and fun accessories, inspires creativity while promoting fine motor skills and early math principles. As our kids engage in their own laundry day, they practice measurements with removable lids and check off tasks on the reusable activity card, building confidence and self-esteem along the way. 3+ years

Learning Resources Snap-n-Learn Stacking Whales is the perfect toy to engage your little learners! With 15 colorful pieces designed for stacking and nesting, kids will delight in sorting and balancing while honing their fine motor skills. As they play, they'll also discover numbers 1-5, enhancing their early math skills through interactive play. 2-5 years

The Fisher-Price Baby Learning Toy Laugh & Learn Magic Color Mixing Bowl is your little one's gateway to a world of fun and education! Designed for babies 6 months and older, this interactive toy uses delightful songs, sounds, and colorful lights to introduce essential concepts like the alphabet, numbers, and color mixing. As your child puts and takes ingredients from the bowl, they'll build fine motor skills and discover the exciting cause and effect relationships through playful baking role-play. 6 months - 3 years

Educational Insights Alphabet & Numbers Beanbags make learning a playful experience! Designed to engage kids aged 3 and up, this 46-piece set is a wonderful way to reinforce early literacy and math skills through active play. As children toss and catch, they not only learn their ABCs and 123s but also enhance their hand-eye coordination and gross motor skills. 3+ years

The LEGO DUPLO Disney Mickey & Minnie Mouse Birthday Train creates a joyful learning experience for toddlers aged 2 and up. This colorful building set not only enhances fine motor skills as little hands connect the pieces, but also introduces numbers through fun stacked bricks—perfect for early math exploration! With engaging figures and creative accessories, this toy offers a fantastic opportunity for imaginative play and nurturing shared experiences between parents and children. 2-5 years

LEO & FRIENDS Shape Sorting Clock is the perfect blend of fun and education! With its colorful, removable number blocks and various geometrical shapes, this clock not only teaches children how to tell time but also enhances their understanding of sizes, colors, and spatial relationships. As fellow parents and educators, we appreciate the premium, non-toxic wood and smooth edges that prioritize our children's safety while they explore through play. 3+ years

Teacher Created Resources® Pete The Cat® Numbers 0-25 Flash Cards bring a dash of fun to early learning! These vibrant, double-sided cards help our little ones master their numbers while also promoting organization skills. Thanks to their unique design—rounded corners for easy sorting and hidden answers on the back—these cards make learning interactive and effective. 3-6 years

The Educational Insights Pluffle® Black & White 2-Pack is the perfect sensory bin filler, engaging toddlers and preschoolers in hands-on learning while supporting fine motor skills and self-regulation. Its lightweight, fluffy texture is not only mesmerizing but also non-sticky, making cleanup a breeze—a blessing for busy parents and educators! This versatile base invites creativity as you can easily incorporate additional manipulatives for multipronged learning experiences in math and reading. 3+ years

Learning Journey International Match It! Take It Away - STEM Subtraction Game is the perfect gateway to early mathematics! Designed for our little learners aged 3 and up, this engaging set boasts 30 colorful, self-correcting puzzle pairs that make mastering subtraction both fun and interactive. 3+ years

Design & Drill Brightworks is an incredible educational toy that brings learning to life! As fellow parents and educators, we know how important it is for kids to express themselves while developing essential skills. This hands-on activity invites children to power up their creativity as they use the kid-friendly drill and colorful bolts to create their own patterns and designs. 3+ years

DecoPac Marvel's Spider-Man™ Spider and Mask Rings bring a delightful twist to your baking adventures! These vibrant, food-safe cupcake decorations not only make your treats visually exciting, but they also inspire our little ones’ imaginations and creativity as they help decorate. Engaging in this process, children can enhance their fine motor skills and practice decision-making as they choose which ring to place where. 3+ years

Educational Insights Number BubbleBrix is designed to make early math engaging and fun for toddlers aged 3 and up. This unique toy not only encourages number recognition and simple addition/subtraction skills but also provides a sensory experience that helps fidgety fingers stay focused while learning. With every pop and play, kids build confidence and a strong foundation for future school success. 3+ years

HONEY JOY Pink Corner Kids Kitchen Playset is a delightful gateway into the culinary world for our little ones! This beautifully crafted wooden kitchen not only sparks imagination but also nurtures essential life skills such as counting, sharing, and even early math as they ‘measure’ ingredients or serve ‘guests. ’ With playful accessories like an apron and chef's hat, children can immerse themselves in role play that fosters creativity and social skills while they mimic our own food preparations. 3+ years

The Fisher-Price Baby Learning Toy Link Squad Jam & Count Panda is an exciting introduction to early learning for little ones aged 9 months and up! With over 70 songs, sounds, and phrases, this interactive panda not only brings joy through music and lights but also helps babies discover numbers, colors, and shapes. As parents and educators, we love how this toy strengthens fine and gross motor skills and fosters essential cause-and-effect understanding, making playtime both fun and educational. 9+ months

The VTech Bounce and Laugh Frog Learning Toy is the ultimate playful pal for toddlers aged 12 to 36 months. This delightful frog encourages little ones to get moving, helping to build their gross motor skills as they chase and bounce alongside it. With interactive games like 'hop and stop' that teach following instructions while having loads of fun, this toy also introduces numbers and froggy facts through its cheerful songs. 12-36 months