Younger children are naturally curious about numbers and sorting objects. Their interest helps them develop key skills such as counting, comparing, sorting and patterning, all important skills for more advanced mathematical concepts. The Counting & Sorting Kit is designed to provide materials and suggested activities that engage students in stimulating hands-on experiences. Each set of manipulatives included in the kit lends itself to countless learning activities. The Activity Cards are designed to involve children in different types of activities that include the manipulative materials. They can also be modified to meet the needs of children. The directions on the Activity Cards are written with the students in mind. Kit contains over 650 colorful pieces for counting, sorting, patterning and more! Kit includes 64 Bear Counters in three sizes and four colors, 72 Links in six colors, 100 Two-Color Counters, 300 Transparent Counters, 48 Plastic Color Tiles, 50 Plastic Pattern Blocks, 24 Farm Animal Counters in four colors and 24 Fruit Counters in four colors. Includes a set of 6" x 12" activity cards with 23 different activities for the contents of the kit. Also includes six sorting bowls, an Activity Guide and an eight compartment sorting tray.