Making caterpillars
By making 'caterpillars' in this activity, children will have an opportunity to practise using language of length and width, as well as using non-standard measures to compare lengths.
Packing
This activity involves sorting toys into categories by using comparing and classifying skills.
Presents
Comparing the wrapped presents in this activity will give children the chance to explore and discuss weight, including the idea that large objects aren't necessarily the heaviest.
Timing
In this task, children will practise using a variety of timers to work out how many items they can put into a jar before the time finishes.
Tubes and tunnels
When investigating these tubes, children will have the opportunity to practise using everyday language to talk about length, size and position.
Hand span
Sizing them up
Can you put these shapes in order of size? Start with the smallest.
Sort the street
Sort the houses in my street into different groups. Can you do it in any other ways?
Snap
Try this version of Snap with a friend - do you know the order of the days of the week?
Times of day
These pictures show some different activities that you may get up to during a day. What order would you do them in?
The animals' sports day
One day, five small animals in my garden had a sports day. Who do you think won each race?
Can you do it too?
Try some throwing activities and see whether you can throw something as far as the Olympic hammer or discus throwers.
Bottles (1)
For this activity which explores capacity, you will need to collect some bottles and jars.
Are you thirsty?
Coins (1)
Compare the cups
You'll need a collection of cups for this activity.
Stop the clock
This is a game for two players. Can you find out how to be the first to get to 12 o'clock?
Buying a balloon
Lolla bought a balloon at the circus. She gave the clown six coins to pay for it. What could Lolla have paid for the balloon?