Early years comparing numbers

There are 14 NRICH Mathematical resources connected to Early years comparing numbers
Making Caterpillars
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Making caterpillars

Age
3 to 5
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.
Estimation Station
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Estimation station

Age
3 to 5
This activity involves filling a jar with small objects to encourage estimation and counting skills.
Dice
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Dice

Age
3 to 5
This dice activity encourages children to relate the number on the dice to the number of teddies they need to choose.
Cooking with Children
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Cooking with children

Age
3 to 5
By following some simple recipes in this task, children can practise the skills of measuring and counting ingredients.