Help your pre-schooler build number confidence through active, playful learning.

Swat the Number is a fun movement game that encourages children to recognise numbers, match spoken numbers to written numerals and develop listening skills through active play. As children move, search and swat the correct numbers, they'll build confidence with early number recognition while enjoying an energetic game.

Designed for pre-school children, it's quick to prepare and easy to enjoy at home. 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. The activity is designed to be flexible. Simply write numbers on sticky notes or pieces of paper and use a fly swatter, spatula or whatever you already have at home.

Skills explored

• Number recognition
• Matching spoken numbers to written numerals
• Listening and responding
• Comparing bigger and smaller numbers

You'll need

• A fly swatter, spatula or similar object for "swatting"
• Number cards, sticky notes or pieces of paper with numbers written on them

Digital download

This is an instant digital download. No physical product will be posted. Once your purchase is complete, you'll receive immediate access to your files, ready to print and enjoy at home.

These resources are for personal use only and are designed to support learning within your own family or household. They may not be copied, shared, altered or resold.

Thank you for supporting a small business that's passionate about helping families enjoy maths together.