Learning Resources Three Bear Family Counter Set - 4 Colours
The Three Bear Family Counter Set from Learning Resources features 80 coloured plastic bears in 3 ...The Three Bear Family Counter Set from Learning Resources features 80 coloured plastic bears in 3 sizes and 3 weights, ideal for developing early maths skills. These original Compare Bears are perfect for classroom teaching, helping children learn counting, patterning, sorting, adding, estimating, sequencing, subitising, and weight comparison. The set includes 4 bright colours: blue, green, yellow, and red. The bears are proportionally weighted for use on a balance, making concepts of size and mass comparison more tangible for young learners. This set is a great tool for teaching colours and basic mathematical concepts.
This guide is for educators and parents using the Learning Resources Three Bear Family Counter Set. The set offers a hands-on approach to learning early math skills, with colored bears that can be used for counting, sorting, and understanding weight. A potential challenge is that the set contains small parts, so adult supervision is necessary with younger children.
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FAQs
What is the recommended age range for this set?
This set is appropriate for children aged 3 and up. Adult supervision is recommended.
Are the bears safe for children?
The bears are made of durable plastic and are generally safe. However, they are small and could be a choking hazard for children under 3. Always supervise young children while they are playing with the set.
How do I use the bears to teach subtraction?
Place a group of bears on a table and remove some to show the action of subtracting. For example, start with 5 bears and remove 2 to demonstrate 5 - 2 = 3.
Can I use the bears with a balance scale?
Yes, the bears are proportionally weighted, making them ideal for use with a balance scale to demonstrate weight comparison.
How many bears are in the set?
The set contains 80 bears.
Troubleshooting
Bears are sticky or dirty.
Wipe the bears with a damp cloth.
Missing bears.
Contact Learning Resources customer support for replacement parts.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Promotes hands-on learning.
Develops early math skills.
Encourages color recognition.
Supports understanding of size and weight comparison.
Durable and suitable for repeated use.
Cons
Small parts could be a choking hazard for young children.
Requires a balance scale to fully utilize the weight comparison feature (not included).
May require additional activities for older children to remain engaged.
The number of bears may be excessive for some activities.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup: The set comes ready to use. Simply unpack the bears and start using them.
Compatibility: This set is designed for use with children of various ages, but adult supervision is recommended, particularly with younger children who may still put objects in their mouths.
Care: To clean the bears, wipe them down with a damp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners. Store the bears in a dry place to prevent mold or mildew growth.