Toys That Develop Estimation

Balance Fun with Buckets!

The Learning Resources Primary Bucket Balance Teaching Scale is a fantastic tool for kids aged 3 and up to explore the concepts of weight and measurement. This sturdy and interactive scale encourages observation and estimation while allowing children to grasp essential math and science skills in a hands-on manner. With its easy-pour buckets and storage features, this balance scale makes learning a playful experience that supports their foundational STEM knowledge. 3+ years
Why we love it:
Balance Fun with Buckets! features easy-pour buckets that make exploring weight and measurement a playful, hands-on experience that kids will genuinely enjoy.

Master Liquid Measurement with Fun!

Learning Resources Classroom Liquid Measuring Set offers a fantastic opportunity for kids aged 5 and up to dive into the world of science exploration! This 19-piece set makes learning about liquid volume and equivalencies a hands-on experience that’s both educational and exciting. With everything from measuring jars to cups and spoons, kids will not only develop their math and science skills but also enhance their ability to estimate and measure accurately. 5+ years
Why we love it:
Master Liquid Measurement with Fun! includes 19 colorful pieces that make learning about liquid volume feel like a delightful science experiment right in your kitchen.

Master Math Concepts with Base Ten Fun!

Learning Resources Plastic Base Ten Class Set is the ultimate tool for helping our kids understand fundamental math concepts! With 823 durable and washable pieces, this set invites children to engage with place value, estimation, and operations in an exciting hands-on way. Whether we’re homeschooling or learning in the classroom, this comprehensive kit ensures our young learners meet academic state standards while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Master Math Concepts with Base Ten Fun! includes 823 durable pieces that turn math into an engaging, hands-on adventure, making challenging concepts feel achievable and fun.

Base Ten Learning Fun for Kids

Learning Resources Interlocking Base Ten Starter Set is a fantastic way to make early math engaging and hands-on! With 141 durable pieces, kids dive into the world of place value, estimation, and operations while building their confidence in math. This set not only supports individual learning but is perfect for collaborative group activities, encouraging teamwork as students connect blocks and grasp abstract concepts. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Base Ten Learning Fun for Kids includes 141 durable pieces that transform abstract math concepts into engaging, tactile adventures, making learning teamwork fun and effective.

Master Math with Giant Magnetic Base Ten

Learning Resources Giant Magnetic Base Ten brings math to life in the classroom! We love how this colorful 131-piece set transforms abstract concepts like place value, estimation, and operations into something tangible and fun. By using these engaging magnetic pieces on whiteboards, our students can visually grasp the 3-D representation of base ten blocks, making math not just a subject, but an exciting adventure. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Master Math with Giant Magnetic Base Ten includes 131 colorful pieces that turn math into a hands-on adventure, making abstract concepts feel as tangible as building blocks.

Engaging Magnetic Fraction Fun!

Learning Resources Double-Sided Magnetic Fraction Squares transform math into a visual and hands-on adventure for our kids! These vibrant magnets allow our little ones to explore fractions in a way that’s not just academic but also playful. With color-coded pieces that align with other fraction tools, they help deepen our understanding of relationships between parts and wholes. 6+ years
Why we love it:
Engaging Magnetic Fraction Fun! features vibrant color-coded pieces that stick securely to magnetic surfaces, making fractions not just learnable but also a playful adventure that sparks curiosity.

Discover Weight with the Blue Nestable Pan Balance

hand2mind Blue Nestable Pan Balance is the perfect tool for introducing our little ones to the world of measurement and weight! This engaging balance scale allows children to actively explore concepts like mass, volume, and inequalities while having fun. By placing colorful manipulatives or even household items in the clear pans, kids can grasp essential math skills like addition and subtraction in a hands-on way. 5+ years
Why we love it:
Discover Weight with the Blue Nestable Pan Balance features clear pans that not only make math fun but also invite hands-on exploration of weight, sparking endless curiosity.