Birds in a Nest Sorting Set

Birds in a Nest Sorting Set – A Colourful Introduction to Early Maths Through Play

Make early maths exciting and accessible with the Birds in a Nest Sorting Set – a charming and hands-on resource that introduces young children to sorting, counting, colour recognition, and early numeracy. Specially designed for little learners, this engaging set combines vibrant birds, stackable nests, and imaginative storytelling elements to create an immersive learning experience that supports EYFS goals.

With six colourful nests, six mummy birds, and 24 baby birds, the Birds in a Nest Sorting Set offers a perfect platform for children to develop fine motor skills, explore number concepts, and engage in multi-sensory play. Whether in the classroom, at home, or in early years settings, this set brings maths to life through play-based learning.

Inspire Counting, Colour Sorting & Storytelling

Each of the six nests is paired with a vibrant mummy bird and her colour-coordinated chicks, allowing children to practise matching, sorting, and sequencing. The mummy birds also double as finger puppets, encouraging imaginative roleplay and language development alongside number work. From simple counting games to storytelling and turn-taking, the opportunities for learning are endless.

Key Features of the Birds in a Nest Sorting Set:

• 36-Piece Set: Includes 6 nests (8.5cm diameter), 6 mummy birds (4.5cm), and 24 baby birds (2.5cm)

• Colour-Coordinated for Learning: Brightly coloured birds and nests in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple

• Stackable & Space-Saving: Easy-to-store nests for neat classroom organisation

• Mummy Bird Finger Puppets: Great for imaginative play and developing communication skills

• Supports EYFS Maths Goals: Perfect for practising addition, subtraction, doubling, halving, and pattern recognition

• Builds Motor Skills: Handling birds and nests develops hand strength and coordination

• Multilingual Packaging & Activity Guide: Includes structured ideas for guided play and independent exploration

Learning Benefits:

• Numeracy Skills: Counting, number sequencing, quantity comparison

• Sorting & Classifying: Match colours and organise by category

• Pattern & Shape Recognition: Develops spatial awareness and reasoning

• Communication & Language: Storytelling with puppets supports expressive language

• Physical Development: Improves dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Perfect For:

• Early Years & EYFS Classrooms

• Nurseries, Childminders & Playgroups

• Home Education & Montessori Learning

• SEN & Speech Therapy Sessions

• STEM and Maths Resource Areas

Bring joyful, purposeful learning to your environment with the Birds in a Nest Sorting Set – a playful way to introduce children to numbers, patterns, and early problem-solving through colourful characters and creative play. A must-have for educators and parents wanting to make early maths fun, meaningful, and memorable.