Colour-Changing Abacus

Overview

• Enhancing children's understanding of numbers, teachers will find the Learning Resources colour-changing abacus an engaging tool. Providing a visual and tactile way to grasp basic mathematical concepts, it makes counting, patterning, and basic addition and subtraction interactive and easy to practise. This abacus supports linking numerals and amounts and learning number bonds as per the EYFS curriculum. It also helps meet Lower Key Stage 2 objectives by aiding children to identify, represent, and estimate numbers using different representations.

• The abacus features multi-coloured beads that change to white as they are moved, providing visual reinforcement for learning. The included Getting Started Guide offers six teacher-developed activities, providing structured ways to integrate the abacus into maths lessons. Made from durable plastic, this abacus is designed for long-lasting use in a busy classroom environment.

• Its practical dimensions ensure suitability for individual and group work, enabling meaningful learning sessions. The visual change of beads reinforces concepts, making it a valuable addition to early years maths resources.