Hands-on Math Activities for Deeper Learning
Reinforce National K-3 Math Standards and Essential Skills with our math manipulative activity sets. Get packaged student sets of pre-cut easy punch-out shapes and coordinating workbooks in 3 foundational math themes. Designed by math education experts and great for after school programs, early finishers, enrichment, summer programs, center time, and home learning.
Why We're Different
- We believe math should be engaging and tangible and accessible to kids of all learning abilities.
- We believe math exercises and materials must always support the critical standards and skills they’re learning in the classroom.
- We are woman-owned, family-run, and proudly committed to US materials and manufacturing.
- We design and manufacture all our products in Maryland, and can customize our learning tools and packaging to meet the needs and requirements of your program.
Pattern Block Activity Set
Pack of 945 easy punch-out shapes + 40-exercise workbook
Students can complete all 40 worksheets with the included Pattern Block Shapes pack. Get 945 shapes, including Triangles, Squares, Hexagons, Trapezoids, Semi-circles, and two kinds of Rhombuses. Worksheets are tied to National K–3 Math Standards and Essential Skills covering pattern formation, area, symmetry, reflection, rotation, fractions, and more. Extra shapes are included for independent exploration.
Fraction Activity Set
Pack of 384 fractional shapes + 40-exercise Workbook
Get 10 different geometric shape designs (384 pieces) with easy-tear perforated lines that allow the shapes to be separated into fractional elements. The shapes are designed to reinforce all the benchmark fractions, including halves, thirds, quarters, sixths, and eighths. Workbook includes 40 expert-developed math exercise sheets that are tied to National K–3 Math Standards and Essential Skills. One pack of shapes supports all 40 exercises (with some shapes left over for further exploration).
Tangram Shapes Activity Set
Pack of 714 easy punch-out shapes + 40-exercise workbook
Students will enjoy organized sheets of colorful pre-cut Tangram shapes that punch out easily to demonstrate important math concepts, patterns, and puzzles. Set includes 714 pre-cut Tangram shapes designed to coordinate with the 40 expert-designed Tangram exercises tied to National K–3 Math Standards and Essential Skills. Extra shapes are included for additional exploration.
FAQ
What are the Math Manipulative Activity Sets?
We currently offer three hands-on math kits—each paired with a 40-page workbook of ready-to-use worksheets. Every kit comes with pre-cut punch-out shapes that match the activities in the workbook, so students can actively manipulate pieces while working through math problems.
How do these products fit into my curriculum?
Each workbook was designed by math education professionals to align with National K–3 Math Standards and Essential Skills. That means you can easily match worksheet lessons to the units you’re already teaching in class. The activities reinforce key skills that students will see on state testing, helping teachers feel confident that their lessons are both engaging and relevant.
What grade levels are these best for?
Our math kits are most effective for grades K–3, and are designed to help students prepare for 3rd grade standardized testing. They support early learners building foundational math skills, as well as older students who benefit from visual, hands-on practice. Teachers often use them for whole-group lessons, small-group stations, or targeted interventions.
Can these help students with different learning needs?
Yes. The manipulatives provide a tactile way to understand math concepts, which is especially helpful for students who are ESL, non-verbal, or have learning differences. Because the pieces are easy to punch out and handle, they also support fine motor skill development.
How are these different from other math workbooks?
Traditional worksheets can feel abstract. Our kits pair practice problems with physical shapes that make concepts “click.” Students aren’t just dragging and dropping shapes on a screen or circling answers—they’re actively building, sorting, and gluing shapes on the sheets. This combination builds stronger connections and deeper comprehension, and a tangible record of their progress.
Do you offer bulk discounts or wholesale pricing?
Yes! We offer bulk discounts for orders of 25 units or more. If you’re planning a large order, please reach out to us at hello@freshcutcrafts.com so we can provide you with a custom quote and help you get the best pricing.
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