Learning Resources Bear Counters Set – 80-Piece Counting, Sorting & Color Bear Counters (Ages 3+)

Overview

The Learning Resources Bear Counters Set makes math tactile and approachable with a lively collection of bears. This 80-piece set includes 20 Papa, 20 Mama, and 40 Baby bears in three sizes, three weights, and four colors. The bears are designed for hands-on counting, sorting, and comparison, turning abstract ideas into concrete exploration. Weighing considerations are built into the design so the bears can be used on a balance scale for simple measurement activities. Intended for ages 3 and up, this set invites exploration, play, and steady progress in early math concepts.

What’s Included and How It Works

• 20 Papa bears, 20 Mama bears, and 40 Baby bears
• Storage container to keep pieces organized between sessions
• Activity guide with ideas to spark math-centered play

The collection is compatible with other counter sets, enabling a growing range of activities—from quick warm-ups to extended math centers. This flexibility supports both guided instruction and independent exploration.

Learning Through Play

Grab a handful of bears and start counting aloud, compare quantities, or build simple sequences. Sorting by color or by size helps young learners classify visually while refining fine motor skills as small hands manipulate each bear. The weight-conscious design introduces measurement concepts without heavy equipment, making it easier to translate ideas into tangible understanding.

• Color sorting and grouping to reinforce visual discrimination
• Size-based ordering to introduce sequencing and categorization

Practical Uses at Home or in the Classroom

Set up quick measurement tasks on a balance scale, then match counts to weights to see how numbers relate to physical objects. The 80-piece set scales up with other counter collections for broader practice, and the included storage container and guide help sustain organized, repeatable math experiences across sessions.