2cm Linking Cubes Classroom Set

Includes 500 blocks in 10 bright colours, comprising 400 2x2cm cubes, 50 triangles and 50 quadrants, as well as 4 base boards and 42 x 2-sided activity cards in a sturdy storage container. Linking Cubes provide mathematical learning experiences, for developing children's skills in counting, classifying, addition, subtraction, measuring and many more. A versatile tool for all levels of learning and free play. The double-sided numbered cards become more challenging as the numbers increase and contain a variety of ideas for learning about creative construction, shape and space, pattern, sequence, symmetry and numeracy. 14 x red border cards numbered 1-28 are aimed at early years, illustrating how to recreate familiar objects, e.g. tree, giraffe, crocodile. 28 x green and blue border cards numbered 1-56 are for learning different areas of mathematics: 1-10 = Position 11-16 = Building Blocks 17-24 = Pattern 25-42 = Numeracy 43-48 = 2D Shapes 49-54 = 3D Shapes 55-56 = Symmetry For developing many skills, including: Maths - pattern Maths - counting & sorting Physical Development - motor skills Physical Development - construction Expressive Arts & Design - imaginative play Personal Development - collaborative play