Kinmilo Wooden Magnetic Fishing & Number Matching Game – 10 Fish, 8 Worms

$34.90 USD

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Make Every Catch a Moment for Connection

Kinmilo's Wooden Magnetic Fishing & Number Matching Game turns a colorful tabletop pond into an inviting, hands-on activity for children and their grown-ups. With wooden fish, playful worm counters and magnetic fishing rods, little learners can explore numbers, colors, matching and turn-taking at their own pace. The real reward is the shared moment: a parent noticing a first attempt, celebrating a new choice or simply enjoying another round together.

What Children Can Explore

Fine-motor coordination: guide a rod, move a worm and place each fish back into its recess.
Early numeracy: find a numbered fish, count aloud, order numbers 1–10 and try simple comparisons.
Color and visual discrimination: match pastel fish and worms by their shades.
Social communication: use simple choices such as “blue or pink?” and practice “my turn / your turn.”
Problem-solving: adjust the rod angle, try again and learn through repeated play.

How Parents and Caregivers Can Play

1. Start With One Successful Catch

Show just two fish at first. Model how to bring the magnetic tip close to one fish, then offer your child the rod. Support the wrist or stabilize the board if useful. Celebrate participation rather than speed.

2. Build a Short Attention Game

Say “Find the blue fish,” or point to a color card. Give the child time to scan and choose. If attention drifts, switch to a 2-minute round or invite them to be the game leader.

3. Count and Match Together

Catch fish one by one while counting slowly. Place the fish in a row; compare which group has more. The numbered fish can also introduce number order and beginner addition with adult support.

4. Practice Requests and Turn-Taking

Offer two clear options and wait for a word, gesture, picture card or AAC response. Narrate the action: “You caught a fish!” Exchange rods or take alternate turns. Do not require eye contact or spoken answers for participation.

5. Finish With a Gentle Reset

Ask your child to return each fish to its hole and sort the worms. A consistent finishing routine creates a clear, predictable transition.

Inclusive Play Ideas

Autistic children (ASD): use a visual first–then sequence, fewer pieces, predictable turns and a quiet table. Let children explore preferred colors and repeat familiar actions.

Children with ADHD or high activity levels: keep turns short, use a reachable target, introduce movement breaks and change the challenge as needed.

Developmental delays or intellectual disabilities: offer one-step prompts, matching by a single feature and extra processing time. Use hand-under-hand support only when welcomed.

Physical and fine-motor disabilities: place the board on a non-slip mat; a caregiver can steady it or assist with the rod while the child directs choices by pointing or AAC.

These activities provide opportunities to practice attention, communication and coordination; they do not diagnose, prevent or treat medical conditions. Every learner participates in their own way.

Product Details & Dimensions

Board: 16 × 16 × 4 cm (approx. 6.30 × 6.30 × 1.57 in).
Wooden fish: 10 pieces, approximately 4 × 2 cm each.
Worm pieces: 8 pieces, approximately 4.7 × 1 cm each.
Play accessories: fishing rods with magnetic pickup tips, shown with the set.
Materials: shaped and finished wood with colorful painted details, magnetic components and rod cords.
Activity type: number matching, color sorting, pretend fishing and fine-motor play.

Care, Safety & Product Compliance

Wipe wooden pieces with a lightly damp cloth and dry fully; avoid soaking, hot water and harsh cleaners. Keep magnetic components intact, count loose pieces after each session and inspect rods and cords before play. Designed for adult-supervised play for ages 3+ due to small parts and magnets. Stop using any piece that is cracked, damaged or exposes a magnet.

Kinmilo maintains CPC and CE compliance/test documentation for its children's toy range. Product documentation is available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this suitable for an autistic child or a child with ADHD?

Yes, it can be adapted into a short, predictable, sensory-friendly matching activity. Start with a few fish and use a child's preferred communication style; this is a play resource, not a therapy or medical treatment.

How do I use it with a child who is not speaking yet?

Present two fish, invite a point, gesture or AAC selection, then model the word or number without requiring speech. Joint attention and shared enjoyment matter more than a perfect answer.

Is it Montessori or Waldorf inspired?

Its hands-on sorting, independent exploration and open-ended pretend play are compatible with Montessori-inspired, child-led activities and Waldorf-inspired imaginative play at home.