Ordinary dice are small and fiddly, and the dots can be hard to read. These large foam dice are easy to pick up, easy to roll and easy to count, which makes them a simple way to bring a game or a bit of friendly competition into the day.

What you get

• 6 soft foam dice in assorted bright colours (colours may vary)
• Each one is about 8 cm (3.15 in) on every side
• Large black dots from 1 to 6 on each face
• Lightweight EVA foam, so they don’t clatter on a table or hurt if dropped

Game ideas

• Roll and count: roll one or two dice and count the dots together. Add them up, or see who rolls the highest number.
• Favourite board games: use them for snakes and ladders, ludo or any game that needs dice. They are much easier to handle than standard ones.
• Roll and chat: give each number a topic, such as 1 = a favourite meal, 2 = a place you have lived, 3 = a song you love, and talk about whatever comes up.
• Gentle movement: match each number to a simple seated exercise, like shoulder rolls or foot taps, and roll to choose the next one.
• Colour match: ask for a particular colour, or sort the dice by colour and then by number.

In a group, pass the dice around the table so everyone has a turn. One-to-one, a carer or caregiver can keep things relaxed and go at whatever pace feels right.

Sizes are approximate. Colours are mixed and may differ from the photos.