How to Play Counting Frame
It was invented by Adrian Treffers at the Freudenthal Institute in Holland. Beads are grouped in fives by colour so kids can see numbers quickly. Slide beads to count, add and subtract.
Play Counting Frame nowThe rekenrek ('calculation rack' in Dutch) is a bead frame for counting and calculating.
What is Counting Frame?
It was invented by Adrian Treffers at the Freudenthal Institute in Holland. Beads are grouped in fives by colour so kids can see numbers quickly. Slide beads to count, add and subtract.
How to play Counting Frame
Click or drag beads.
Step by step
- Slide beads across.
- Count them.
- Use colour groups of five.
- Add more.
- Take some away.
Strategy tips to play better
- Use the five groups.
- Slide beads in one push.
- Look for doubles.
What kids learn
- Counting
- Addition
- Subitising
For parents and teachers
Ages 4 to 7.
- ✅ Free to play
- 🕹️ No downloads or installs
- 📱 Works on mobile and desktop
- 🔒 No login or registration
- 🎮 Fast loading and smooth gameplay
Tips & Tricks
Beginner
Count to 10.
Pro
Add to 20 quickly.
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Educational Importance
The five-structure helps mental maths.
Practical Applications
Ways to use it:
| Use Case | Description |
|---|---|
| Counting | Beads. |
| Doubles | Two rows. |
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