{"product_id":"build-a-number-city","title":"Build a Number City","description":"\u003cp\u003eHelp your child explore numbers and quantities through creative, hands-on construction play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this activity, children choose a numeral on the mat before building a tower containing the matching number of blocks. As more towers are added, the different heights create a colourful number city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCounting and building helps children understand that every numeral represents a specific quantity. The activity also develops careful counting, number recognition, fine motor control, problem-solving and creativity while encouraging children to remain focused on a task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included demonstration video shows you how to introduce the activity and adapt it as your child’s confidence develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake it easier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with numbers 1–5 and use larger building materials, such as blocks or stacking cups. Help your child count each item carefully as they construct their tower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage them to touch or move each block while counting to ensure every item is counted once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake it harder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgress to numbers 6–10 and then introduce the extension mats containing numbers up to 20.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage your child to recognise the numeral, collect the correct quantity of blocks and check the completed tower independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an additional challenge, introduce a gentle timer and see how many accurate towers your child can construct within the chosen time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkills supported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognising numerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching numerals to quantities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCareful and accurate counting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-to-one correspondence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber sense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine motor strength and coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-eye coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanning and problem-solving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreativity and imaginative play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentration and perseverance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you’ll receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive printable Build a Number City activity mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivities covering numbers 1–20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMats containing different numeral arrangements and difficulty levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA step-by-step demonstration video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeas for making the activity easier or more challenging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you’ll need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted activity mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall building materials, such as blocks, interlocking bricks, buttons or stacking objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA clear surface for building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Children approximately 3½–6 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five printable PDF activity mats with online video access\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a digital product. No physical item will be posted. Adult supervision is required when using small objects or building materials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Preppies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67661648363772,"sku":"LP-394","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/7694\/1052\/files\/Build-a-city.png?v=1791363466","url":"https:\/\/littlepreppies.com\/products\/build-a-number-city","provider":"Little Preppies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}