Enjoy this classic family game with a numerical twist.
Age: 3-8 years
Players: 1-8 Contents:
10 Wickets (Hoops)
20 Wicket Bases
10 Wicket numbers
4 Weighted balls
4 Croquet mallets
1 Start/ Finish pole
1 Turn pole
55 Star puzzle inserts
Manual: How to play Construction Croquet is maths in action. get nifty with numbers and take a swing at hitting the ball
through the hoop while having a chat to the group. Develops: Number concept
Early mathematic skills are learnt whilst playing Construction Croquet. These are:
· Distance: short and long; near and far.
· Numerical sequence – progression and reverse order.
· Counting.
· Relationship between quantity and the numerical symbol . For example, understanding that 4 stars are represented by number 4.
· Mental arithmetic: addition, subtraction and multiplication using values 1-10. Gross motor skills These skills control big movements of the body and limbs. Through physical play, Construction Croquet improves co-ordination by teaching your child to judge distances, strike the ball and get the ball through the target (wicket). Eye - hand co-ordination Striking the ball with a mallet through the target wicket (hoop) allows your child's brain to refine the use of the
eyes and hands together. This bolsters the development of good reflexes and paves the way to the development of eye-hand co-ordination skills. These are required for classroom skills, such as writing, cutting, and drawing. Self confidence Construction Croquet rewards effort and encourages `success which instils confidence in the players. As a result, your child will be keener to try new things. Social skills Learning to follow an order, take turns, negotiate with others and respond to social interactions whilst playing Construction Croquet will booster your child's ability to mix with others and establish relationships.
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