Build a better math foundation

The Math Skill Set is unlike anything else out there because it supports early math learning by connecting it to real life through hands-on experiences that make core concepts fun and easy to practice at home. It’s completely screen-free for children. Instead of videos, cartoons, or worksheets, children engage in activities that mimic everyday life, allowing them to explore number concepts in real ways that make math feel useful and meaningful.

The Math Skill Set is based on research showing that children learn math best when they understand both the “how” (procedural knowledge) and the “why” (conceptual understanding). It uses hands-on materials to help children see and explore math concepts, and follows the Concrete, Representational, Abstract (CRA) model, which is widely used by teachers and math experts.

In this approach, children engage with math in a concrete way using objects they can see and touch. They are introduced to representational learning through drawings or visual models, and work with abstract symbols like numbers and equations. This framework helps children build a deeper understanding and connect ideas across different ways of thinking.

Timing will vary by child, of course, but you should plan on at least 4-6 months per Part. That said, the games are designed to be fun far beyond this time period.

Yes. The Math Skill Set helps children build a deeper understanding of math concepts and connects math to real life. It supports what children are learning in school by helping them make sense of concepts through deep, fun, and repetitive play, and build confidence as learning accelerates.

Our goal is to help your child feel comfortable and confident with math so that it never feels intimidating, and so that they can keep up as they advance in school. The Math Skill Set helps them build a positive math mindset starting at home.

You don’t need to know how to teach math. We provide support for parents, including a physical Play Guide and videos that show how to use the playthings and games, how to recognize when your child is ready for the next part, and expert guidance to help make math feel fun and approachable.

You’ll also find guidance on how to interact with the materials based on your child’s current skill level, with videos that show how to increase or decrease the level of challenge.

The Math Skill Set is designed as a three-part program that you can purchase individually, starting with the part that’s right for your child. It is not a subscription.

Part 1 is available now and ships right away. You can also choose a Part 1 and Part 2 bundle to secure Part 2 in advance, for $30 off. Part 2 will ship later in October 2026 when it becomes available on its own.

Part 3 is coming soon and will build on earlier skills with more advanced problem solving and real-world math applications.