Bug Hotel 10-Frame

This charming bug hotel supports early mathematical learning through hands-on exploration of counting, quantity and number relationships. Crafted from FSC-certified wood, the interactive frame houses ten chunky bug cubes featuring bees, beetles, butterflies, snails and ladybirds within their preferred habitats, encouraging children to engage with numbers in a meaningful and nature-inspired way.

Children can use the bug cubes to practise counting, recognising quantities, number bonds and simple addition while exploring different ways to represent numbers to ten. The frame can be used vertically or horizontally, providing flexibility for a range of mathematical investigations. The chalkboard roof adds further learning opportunities, allowing educators to introduce counting challenges, sorting activities and simple number problems that children can represent using the bug cubes. The detailed bug designs also encourage classification and discussion about insects and their habitats, extending learning beyond mathematics.

Made from FSC-certified wood for durability and long-lasting use.

This set includes a wooden 10-frame bug hotel with 10 bug cubes and a chalkboard roof.

EYLF Learning Outcome Connections

Outcome 2.4: Children become socially responsible and show respect for the environment as they learn about insects and their habitats.

Outcome 4.2: Children develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, reasoning and investigation as they explore counting, sorting and number relationships.

Outcome 5.4: Children begin to understand how symbols and pattern systems work as they recognise quantities, represent numbers and explore simple mathematical concepts.