{"product_id":"hippo-activity-wall-panel","title":"Hippo Activity Wall Panel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHippo Activity Wall Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e puts three early math activities on a single lavender wooden panel shaped like a hippo. An abacus with two rows of five colorful beads sits along the body, a magnetic number maze with a corded wand runs through the numbered nodes 1 through 9 across the center, and a shape recognition panel with four colored shapes including yellow circle, orange triangle, green square, and blue rectangle to fill the right section. The cheerful hippo head with antennae eyes anchors the design and gives the whole panel an identity that children respond to warmly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery activity targets a different early math skill. The abacus builds number sense and counting to 10. The number maze reinforces numeral recognition and sequencing while developing fine motor control through the wand mechanic. The shape panel introduces basic shape identification and color recognition. Three distinct activities, all math-focused, all on one 36-inch wall panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 0 0 20px; font-size: 11px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"white-space: nowrap; background: #1ba3e0; color: #ffffff; text-align: left; padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #0e7aaa; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"white-space: nowrap; background: #1ba3e0; color: #ffffff; text-align: left; padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #0e7aaa; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e36\"L x 12.75\"W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003eActivities\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003eAbacus (2 rows of 5 beads), magnetic number maze (nodes 1–9, corded wand), shape panel (circle, triangle, square, rectangle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eSkills targeted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eNumber sense to 10, numeral recognition, sequencing, shape identification, color recognition, fine motor, hand-eye coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003eRecommended age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003e18 months and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eLoose parts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eYes - Geometric Shapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003eWall-mounted; pre-drilled fixing holes and screws included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e50470\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border: 1px solid #b8dff0; color: #2a2a2a; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003eLearning Advantage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnetic number maze is the activity that distinguishes this panel from standard abacus-and-shape wall toys. The numbered nodes 1 through 9 mean the maze is not just a pathfinder but a sequencing activity: children can attempt to guide the wand from node 1 through to node 9 in order, which combines fine motor control with number recognition in a single connected task. That layered challenge gives the panel staying power well into the preschool years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 36 inches wide the panel accommodates two children engaging different activity sections simultaneously; one at the abacus while another works the maze. The wall-only format keeps the floor clear and makes it a practical choice for small classrooms, tight waiting room walls, and any space where floor area is at a premium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere These Work Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #1ba3e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #0e5a7a; margin-bottom: 6px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003ePreschool and daycare classrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #1a2a3a; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eThree early math activities on a single panel give teachers a permanent wall-mounted math station that requires no setup and no facilitation. The abacus, number maze, and shape panel align directly with Pre-K and early kindergarten math curricula - counting to 10, numeral recognition, and shape identification are foundational skills across every early childhood framework. Children use the panel during free choice and transition time, building math fluency through repeated voluntary engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #1ba3e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #0e5a7a; margin-bottom: 6px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003ePediatric waiting rooms and family practice offices\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #1a2a3a; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eThe panel is appropriate from 18 months up, which covers the full age range of a pediatric waiting room. Toddlers engage with the abacus beads and shape colors while preschoolers work the number maze. The hippo character and cheerful lavender palette make the panel visually inviting without being overstimulating. The corded magnetic wand stays with the panel and no loose parts means no retrieval between patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #1ba3e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 20px; background: #eef7fc;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #0e5a7a; margin-bottom: 6px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eHome playrooms and supervised play spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #1a2a3a; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eMounted at child height in a playroom or bedroom, the Hippo panel provides a permanent early math activity that grows with the child from toddler through preschool age. The abacus is engaging at 18 months; the number maze becomes meaningful at 2 to 3 years; the shape panel supports shape and color vocabulary throughout the toddler and preschool years. One installation, three years of relevant engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree early math activities: abacus, magnetic number maze (1–9), shape and color panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbacus: 2 rows of 5 colorful beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber maze: numbered nodes 1–9 with corded magnetic wand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape panel: yellow circle, orange triangle, green square, blue rectangle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36\"L x 12.75\"W accommodates two children simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall-mounted; pre-drilled holes and screws included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges 18 months and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning Advantage, SKU 50470\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Learning Advantage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42880859144254,"sku":"50470","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0713\/files\/Hippo_Wall_Toy_Learning_Advantage.jpg?v=1781027646","url":"https:\/\/www.sensoryedge.com\/products\/hippo-activity-wall-panel","provider":"SensoryEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}