Giant Wooden Maths Abacus

Overview

• Angela Thorogood, an Early Years Co-Ordinator, praises the 'Giant Abacus' for its effectiveness in teaching counting. 'It helps you with counting,' says one child, appreciating the interactive design. Another remarks, 'I like spinning the balls, they're like a rainbow', highlighting its sensory appeal.

• According to Angela, the abacus supports shared learning experiences across various mathematical concepts ranging from basic counting to complex operations like number bonds and sequential counting in 2s, 5s, and 10s. It's designed to engage even as children say, 'I can do the same on my one as you can on yours.'

• The substantial size of the abacus encourages full-hand movements ensuring accurate engagement with the beads. This methodical interaction aids in reinforcing 1:1 correspondence and number recognition, making the learning process inclusive and comprehensive.