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Muffin Tin Sorting

Muffin Tin Sorting

1–4 years10–20 minSmall spaceTired-friendly

You'll need

Muffin tinSmall items (pom poms, buttons, pasta)Tongs or spoon (optional)

#Steps

1Set out muffin tin
2Provide pile of small items
3Sort one item per cup
4Try using tongs for challenge

Why it works

One-to-one correspondence is a key early math skill in disguise.

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