When we designed the cards in the UNDERHÅLLA series, we had to find the exact right size and style of the letters and numbers, so they are easy to understand and recognize, no matter age or where you live. When we asked Kristiina Kumpulainen for advice, she suggested adding cards with familiar symbols like houses and hearts. “That way, the cards also have a meaning for smaller children who don’t know the letters yet. Children are inventive, and it is good if things they play with are not too limited but can be used in different ways.”
How to get it
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With the abacus, your child can independently and playfully explore patterns and colours or practice addition and subtraction. A great educational tool for both preschool and primary school children.
Article Number605.066.76
Product details
Helps your child learn abstract mathematical concepts in a simple and visual way.
10 rows with 10 beads on each row. To make it easier for your child to learn to count, the beads are also colour-coded in groups of 5.
Develops fine motor skills and logical thinking.
Easy to use – and simple to store since it can be folded up.
Each part is thoroughly tested, so you can trust that the abacus is safe to use.
Part of the UNDERHÅLLA series – educational and classic toys that help children learn the alphabet, the clock, counting and the connection between shapes and balance.
Designer
IKEA of Sweden
Materials and care
Material
- Wooden part(s):
- Solid beech, Clear acrylic lacquer
- Bead:
- Solid beech, Tinted clear acrylic lacquer, Clear acrylic lacquer
- Wire:
- Steel, Galvanized
- Plastic fitting:
- Polyamide
- Cord:
- 100 % polyester
Care
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Safety and compliance
Recommended for children 3 years and older.This product bears the CE mark.
Measurements
- Width: 39 cm (15 ")
- Depth: 18 cm (7 ")
- Height: 33 cm (13 ")
Packaging
UNDERHÅLLA
Article Number605.066.76- Width: 37 cm (14 ¼ ")
- Height: 3 cm (1 ¼ ")
- Length: 37 cm (14 ½ ")
- Weight: 1.25 kg (2 lb 12 oz)
- Package(s): 1
Ratings and reviews
cuteVivianneBig and cute
Simple Math PracticeReneeThis product is perfect for practicing simple addition and subtraction with my toddler and junior kindergartener. The color makes my kids engaged in the activities I intend to use it for. It is also aesthetically pleasing on top of their Flisat table. I highly recommend it.
This abacus works fine. It’sNgoziThis abacus works fine. It’s just a little too big and occupies more space than I’d prefer
Great productJerryGreat product
Excellent qualityNatalieAs an ECE I was thrilled to find an abacus in the store that was both colourful and durability made. It was in an easily accessible area and was priced so well! I had to fly it home on my lap for my class.
AbacusCatherineIt’s well constructed and colourful. I was so glad to see this as I intend teaching my granddaughters to count the old fashioned way.
Nice for little ones!ErikaNice for little ones!
I like the pick upDonnaI like the pick up and the simple assembly of Ikea products. It's fun to shop there and the price point is good.
Powerful for learning mathematics for kidsGagandeepMy son using this item to learn mathematics calculations and now i am seeing too much difference in his knowledge about mathematics. Highly recommended for all kids for their better learning
GoodSemahGood and useful
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
254Reviews
Story
Playful learning
Playing is above all, fun, but the clever thing is that it is also an essential part of the child’s development. We created UNDERHÅLLA to stimulate playing and learning in a fun and inspiring way. The series has pedagogical wooden toys, cards with letters and numbers – things that can play an important part in a more and more digital world.
“Yes, it’s important that children have opportunities to play and learn with different toys and games, both traditional and digital ones. It means diversity and freedom for children,” Kristiina Kumpulainen explains. She is a Professor of Education and Scientific Director of the Playful Learning Center at the University of Helsinki. Her research focuses on children’s learning and how design affects their learning ability.
Cards for all ages
Play gives skills
Cards, abacus, clock and building blocks – all parts of the UNDERHÅLLA series are made to attract to play. ”We know from research that children play for the sake of it, but while playing, they practice social, emotional, and cognitive skills and regulate emotions. Voluntary play is a healthy and rich way for learning and well-being”, Kristiina says. And there is a special freedom with analogue games and toys. Children can play with them anywhere and anytime since no electricity or internet is needed. That’s pretty handy, isn’t it?
Material
What is solid wood?
Solid wood is one of our favourite materials and is part of our Scandinavian heritage. It is also a timeless material with many uses. Regardless of the wood species, it is durable, beautiful and renewable. We strive to use this raw material as smartly and efficiently as possible to avoid waste – and we also invest in facilities and logistics so that we can increase the use of recycled wood.