Dr. Nicki's Monster Vault

Little monsters. BIG counting fun!

Open Dr. Nicki’s Monster Vault and discover over 50 playful counting activities that turn number practice into a monster-sized adventure! 

Packed with silly creatures and inviting activities, this collection gives teachers and families fresh ways to bring counting to life. Children can count monster eyes, explore ten frames, play counting games, and connect numbers to the quantities they represent.

What’s hiding inside the vault?
Explore flashcards, board games, monster counting books, poems, clip cards, ten frames, and more! With a variety of activities to choose from, you can revisit counting in different ways without making every practice session feel the same.

More than saying numbers in order.
Use these activities to invite children to count carefully, match numerals to quantities, recognize familiar arrangements, and explain how many they see. Simple questions such as “How did you count them?” and “How do you know?” can turn an activity into a conversation about numbers.

A playful resource for classrooms and home.
Bring the monsters into preschool and kindergarten math centers, small-group lessons, partner activities, homeschool routines, or family learning time. Choose an activity that matches what your learners are practicing, add opportunities to talk about their thinking, and let the counting begin!

Whether you are introducing a number, revisiting a counting skill, or looking for a fresh way to engage young learners, Dr. Nicki’s Monster Vault puts a lively collection of possibilities at your fingertips.

Big eyes. Silly smiles. So many reasons to count.
Open the vault and let the learning—and laughter—begin!