Using these lacing beads is super easy. First, take out a bead from the tray and thread one end of the lace through it. Keep repeating this process to create different patterns. You can use the numbers on the beads to teach counting, like threading them in order from 1 to 10. For shape recognition, talk about the different shapes of the beads as you lace them up. When you're done playing, just put all the beads and laces back into the wooden tray for storage. Make sure to keep the tray in a dry place to prevent the wood from getting damaged. Also, don't let small children put the beads in their mouths as they could be a choking hazard.