{"product_id":"number-friends","title":"Number Friends","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHelp your Reception child explore how numbers can be split and put back together.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eNumber Friends introduces number bonds in a visual, hands-on way. Using cubes, blocks or counters, your child explores different pairs that combine to make a target number and begins to see how one whole number can be made from smaller parts. As they play, they’ll practise counting, comparing amounts and spotting familiar number combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\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. Begin with small target numbers, then challenge your child to find every possible pair, explain how they know they have found them all or compare different number bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkills Explored\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognising numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber bonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting and comparing amounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber composition and decomposition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou'll Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper and a pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCubes, blocks or counters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eNumber cards\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDigital Download\u003c\/h2\u003e\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\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\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":58487614079240,"sku":null,"price":1.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/everydaymathsplay.co.uk\/products\/number-friends","provider":"Everyday Maths Play","version":"1.0","type":"link"}