Count on this classic wooden "calculator" for years of play and learning! Solid hardwood base and frame features 10 thick coated strings with 10 colorful wooden beads on each - 55 beads in all. Slide beads on a scene and hands to learn numbers and math concepts and find patterns and colors. Includes fun activity ideas. There are many ways for kids and grown-ups to enjoy this wooden abacus. Move any number of beads from the frame to one side and have the kids match your step on the string below you. Take a certain number of pearls to one side and have the kids count how many pearls you've moved and how many remain on the other side. The children are numbered from one to 100 as they move the pearl over all 10 strings. Our bead counter for toddlers comes with eight additional extension activities that help children ages 3 to 5 in elementary math, Helps to develop counting and logical thinking skills. Abacus Classic Wooden Toy is an enjoyable and educational gift for 3 to 5 year olds.