What age is it for?
The card is aimed at the same audience as the TV series: broadly children aged 3 to 6, though as we found, younger children who have been exposed to the show will get plenty out of it too. The simpler counting tracks are perfect for toddlers just starting to get to grips with numbers, while songs covering multiplication, number bonds and more complex concepts will hold the attention of children at the upper end of that range. It has a decent shelf life as a result, growing with your child rather than becoming redundant after a few months.
What’s on the card?
The songs span a wide range of maths territory, including counting, adding, taking away, the times tables, shapes, patterns, arrays, square numbers, geometry and number bonds. It covers far more ground than you might expect from a children’s music compilation, though everything is delivered with the same upbeat, theatrical energy as the show. Children who watch Numberblocks regularly will recognise most of the tracks straight away, which makes picking it up and playing with the Yoto player feel immediately rewarding for them.
Is it good value?
At £24.99 it sits at the higher end of the Yoto card range, but given how much use it gets in our house, it has already more than earned its place. It is also available for 3 credits through Yoto Club, which makes it noticeably better value for subscribers. If your child is Numberblocks obsessed, this really is a no-brainer.
Worth buying?
Absolutely. The songs are brilliant, the variety across the card keeps it feeling fresh, and the screen-free angle is a massive bonus for parents trying to find that balance. If your child loves the show, they will love this. Highly recommended.
