Match, Sort & Compare – Reception Maths Continuous Provision Activities

Support early mathematical development with this practical, hands-on Match, Sort & Compare activity pack for Reception.

Designed to complement the White Rose Maths Match, Sort & Compare unit, this resource provides three simple activities that can be used in continuous provision, independent learning, small-group work or adult-led maths.

What’s included?

• Match - Match the Dice to the Number
  Children match dice representations to the corresponding numerals.

• Sort - Sort the Different Representations
  Children sort different representations of numbers into the correct numeral group, including:
  Fingers
  Dice
  5-frames
  Numerals

• Compare - Compare the Amounts
  Children roll two dice and place one in each circle before comparing the quantities.
  Children are encouraged to consider:
  Which has more?
  Which has less?
  Are they the same?
  Skills supported

• Matching quantities to numerals

• Recognising different representations of number

• Counting and subitising

• Sorting by a mathematical rule

• Comparing quantities

• Using mathematical vocabulary

• Developing early mathematical reasoning

Perfect for

• Reception continuous provision
• White Rose Maths
• Small-group maths activities
• Independent provision
• Adult-led maths
• Early number development

The activities are designed to be simple to set up and reusable, making them ideal for adding to a maths provision area.

Print, laminate and use again and again!