{"product_id":"guess-then-count","title":"Guess Then Count","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHelp your Reception child develop their number sense through estimating, counting and exploring outdoors.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuess Then Count is a simple nature activity that encourages children to make a sensible guess about how many objects they can see before counting to find the actual amount. As they collect, estimate, count and compare leaves, sticks, stones or other natural objects, they'll develop a stronger sense of quantity while practising counting, sorting and comparing amounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple to set up and easy to adapt, you'll receive a parent-friendly guide with clear instructions, practical learning tips and ideas to extend the play as your child's confidence grows. Head into the garden, park or out on a walk and use whatever safe natural objects you find together, starting with smaller collections before exploring larger amounts as your child's confidence develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkills Explored\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimating quantities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparing amounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrouping and sorting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural objects such as leaves, sticks, stones, pinecones or conkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper and a pencil to record estimates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDigital Download\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong\u003einstant digital download\u003c\/strong\u003e. No physical product will be posted. Once your purchase is complete, you'll receive immediate access to your file, ready to enjoy at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThese resources are for \u003cstrong\u003epersonal use only\u003c\/strong\u003e and are designed to support learning within your own family or household. They may not be copied, shared, altered or resold.\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThank you for supporting my small business that's passionate about helping families enjoy maths together.\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Everyday Maths Play","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58421768388872,"sku":null,"price":1.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/everydaymathsplay.co.uk\/products\/guess-then-count","provider":"Everyday Maths Play","version":"1.0","type":"link"}