A Fun Way to Teach Counting

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What kid doesn’t love rocks? My little guy sure does, so I thought some painted rocks would be the perfect way to help him learn his numbers and how to count. On one side I painted numbers 1-10 and added dots and on the reverse side I just painted the number alone. Add a bag and now it’s easy to take these rocks on the go.

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Here’s what you need:

Rocks – I collected mine at the beach, but you can also find them at a craft or dollar store
Stencils – I used these Martha Stewart adhesive stencils
Acrylic paint
Small paint brush
Fine black pen for outlining each number
Optional – muslin bag, stamped

We eat out a lot on the weekends and I’m always looking for new toddler activities to keep Jake happy. I made a picture matching book for his new painted number rocks for more number learning. I have a feeling this restaurant activity will be a hit!

These painted rocks rocks are a fun way to teach your child how to count. They would also make a great toddler gift. What mom doesn’t love a learning gift?

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7 Comments

Carrie from Carrie This Home says:

March 1, 2013 at 12:46 am

This looks like a perfect way to teach numbers! This will be great for my son. Stopping by from Frugal Crafty Home Blog Hop. Thanks for linking this up!

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Sam @ Thrive 360 Living says:

March 1, 2013 at 1:14 am

My son has been loving these rocks so I bet your son will too. Thanks for hosting your Frugal Crafty Home Blog Hop each week. It has been fun participating!

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Chelsea @ Making Home Base says:

March 2, 2013 at 3:10 am

What a clever and cute way to learn! Love your idea!

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LessonPlans-CraftGossip says:

March 30, 2013 at 1:01 am

This is a great idea! Can't wait to use it with my younger sons!! Just posted on Craft Gossip!!

http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/?p=7872

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Sam @ Thrive 360 Living says:

March 30, 2013 at 5:17 am

Your sons will love it! We just took them with us tonight out to dinner. Definitely a favorite for my son. Thanks again for sharing!!!

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Amy of While Wearing Heels says:

April 10, 2013 at 2:04 am

You rock. I swear, all of your projects are cuter than the next. I had to visit this old one and show it some comment love. I'll be pinning!!!

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Sam @ Thrive 360 Living says:

April 11, 2013 at 12:19 pm

Awe, thanks Amy! I'm working on 2 more rock projects. I just can't seem to stop with them. It helps that rocks are a free craft supply :).

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