1st Grade Critical Thinking Centers

Glitter Halloween Tangrams - 26 puzzles

By Z is for Zebra

Here are 36 different Halloween themed Tangram puzzles for you to cut out and use in your classroom! Each tangram is on a 3.7" x 4.9" card and there are 4 cards per page. The color tangrams show the individual shapes while the black tangrams only show the whole figure as a sold color. The colored tangrams are filled in with glitter. I have also included 3 different sized tangram squares for you to print out in both color and black. The black tangram squares have white lines on them so they are easy to see the pieces and cut out. Tangrams in this set (note there are multiple different ones for some of them, such as a cat sitting in a different position or bats flying different ways): Spider Cat Bat Candle Owl Tree Witch Castle Mountains Raven Howling Wolf Ghost Candle Chalice Barn Vulture Running Cat/Wolf The Tangram Square contains: 2 large right triangles 1 medium right triangle 2 small right triangle 1 square 1 parallelogram Keywords: geometric concepts, Visual-spatial awareness, math, mathmatical concepts, shapes, hands on, puzzle, problem solving, critial thinking, tangrams, halloween, fun, geometry, Glitter, Shiny, glittery, bling

$2.50
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Food Solve and Count Numbers to 12 Cut and Paste Puzzles Activity

By Golden State Kinders

Make learning counting and number recognition fun with these Food Solve and Count Numbers to 12 Worksheets Cut and Paste Puzzles! Students cut out the puzzle pieces and paste them on the picture mat to reveal the number of food or dessert. They will then write the number and color the picture. This activity is great practice for fine motor skills and counting to 12. A perfect addition to your math centers!

What's included:

  • 12 solve and count puzzles (1-12)
  • Images of food and dessert
  • Picture mats
  • Picture keys

Note:

  • These food themed counting cut and paste puzzles require no prep - simply print and use!
  • Each activity consists of TWO pages: a picture mat and the puzzle pieces page.

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Sorting Real and Nonsense Words with Popcorn

By Inspired By MlG

This popcorn-themed activity provides a fun and engaging way for students to practice their phonics and spelling skills while developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Here's how this activity can benefit students:

Phonics and Spelling:

  • Reinforces letter-sound correspondence: Students will practice recognizing and sounding out letters in words, helping them to decode and encode words more effectively.
  • Builds vocabulary: By encountering a variety of real and nonsense words, students will expand their vocabulary and learn new word patterns.
  • Enhances spelling skills: Sorting words into real and nonsense categories helps students to internalize spelling rules and patterns, improving their spelling accuracy.

Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:

  • Develops analytical skills: Students will need to analyze each word, breaking it down into sounds and syllables, to determine if it follows phonetic rules and is a real word.
  • Promotes logical reasoning: By identifying patterns in real and nonsense words, students will develop their logical reasoning skills and the ability to make informed decisions.
  • Encourages creative thinking: When encountering nonsense words, students can explore the possibilities of creating new words and meanings, fostering creativity and imagination.

Engagement and Motivation:

  • Makes learning fun: The popcorn theme adds a playful element to the activity, making it more engaging and enjoyable for students.
  • Creates a multi-sensory experience: The tactile experience of sorting popcorn words and the visual element of categorizing them appeals to different learning styles, enhancing comprehension.
  • Fosters a positive learning environment: The collaborative nature of the activity encourages teamwork and social interaction, creating a positive and supportive learning atmosphere.

Includes a popcorn template with no words as well to add your own.

Overall, this popcorn-themed activity offers a comprehensive approach to language arts instruction, combining fun with learning to create a memorable and effective experience for students.

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Fiction or Nonfiction: Sentence Bowl Activity

By Early Childhood Essentials

Grab a bowl, hat, or box, and take these sentences, cut them (and laminate them if you want), toss em around, and let your students read and discuss what could be fictional and nonfictional. As this was meant to be an introductory lesson, maybe they won't know those words yet, so you can accept "realistic" and "not realistic," or whatever language works for your classroom! More details within!

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  • homophones practice

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Easter Preschool Printable, Easter Activity Page, Spring Sensory Bin

By Beth Kinane

Keep your preschooler engaged and learning with this fun Easter activity! This instant download includes 2 preschool activities: number matching with numbers 1-10 and egg matching puzzles with 10 eggs. Just print and cut these cute Easter eggs and your preschooler can get to work matching!

**Please Note: This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. This is sized to print on a regular letter-sized paper. You will receive one PDF file that includes both activities.

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Science Experiment Worksheet - 1st&2nd Grade Science Activity

By The Elementary Hut

This visible thinking sheet will allow your students to track their thinking process during any scientific experiment and write down what they have noticed and what they found out. You can use it for experiments of different purposes. It can also be used as a science center reflection sheet.

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Roll a Story Printable Worksheets - Storytelling Activities & Story Elements

By Mrs Wates Teaching Creations

Introducing the enchanting Roll a Story - Magical Adventure Pack designed to improve imagination and storytelling skills in young minds. This pack includes printable worksheets in both color and black and white versions, offering versatility and cost-effective options for classroom use. With this pack students embark on thrilling literary journeys by rolling the dice to determine the elements of their magical adventure. They'll choose a character, side kick, setting, problem, solution and ending and then utilize the included writing page template to bring their story to life. The writing page template provides a structured format for students to fill in their answers, ensuring a cohesive and engaging narrative. To enhance the interactive experience, the pack also includes a dice template in both color and black and white versions. Students can customize and assemble their own dice making the process even more immersive and hands-on. Whether utilized as a fun classroom activity, creative writing exercise or homeschool resource, this pack will inspire students to become the authors of their own magical tales.


Key Features:

  • Printable worksheets in color and black and white versions,
  • Engaging Roll a Story activity for imaginative storytelling.
  • Writing page template to structure and document the story elements,
  • Dice template in color and black and white for a personalized touch,
  • Promotes creativity, writing skills, and story development.
  • Suitable for individual or group activities,
  • Ideal for classroom use and homeschooling,
  • Enhances language arts and imaginative thinking.

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Kindergarten Math Activity/Game. Numbers puzzle from 1-10. Math centers

By Creative Education

Introduce your little one to the world of numbers with our engaging kindergarten math activity game, Numbers Puzzle from 1 to 10!

This hands-on, educational puzzle is designed to make early math concepts fun and easy to understand.

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Perfect for preschool and kindergarten learners, this set includes sturdy, colorful puzzle pieces that fit together to form each number from 1 to 10.

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$1.30

Growth Mindset Brag Bracelets with Positive Affirmations for Kids

By Kirsten's Kaboodle

Growth Mindset Positive Affirmations & Self-Talk for Kids BRAG BRACELETS

These Growth Mindset Brag Bracelets are perfect for teachers looking for a fun and easy tool to supplement their instruction on growth mindset.

There are 52 different growth mindset affirmation bracelets included. ALL BRACELETS are black-and-white. Students can color them or you can print them on colored paper.

The first 23 affirmations correspond to my Growth Mindset Affirmation Posters for Primary Grades found here:

  • Growth Mindset Affirmation Posters for PRIMARY GRADES

The subsequent brag bracelets cover affirmations from my Kinder-1st Growth Mindset Bell Ringers (the other 11 affirmations overlap with the primary affirmations).

That year-long growth mindset bell ringer journal can be found here:

  • GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITIES: Daily Warm-Ups for Kinder-1st Grade

Looking for Growth Mindset Bell Ringers for 2nd-3rd grade or 4th grade and up?

  • GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITIES- DAILY WARM-UPS FOR 2ND-3RD GRADE
  • GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITY WARM-UPS FOR ONE YEAR 4th GRADE AND UP
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Fire Safety Skip Counting Multiplication Puzzles Math Numbers Ordering Activity

By Lia

Engage students in skip counting multiplication with these fun and interactive puzzles!

Fire Safety Multiplication Number Puzzles provide a hands-on way for students to practice their multiplication skills. Each puzzle features a starting number and a set of skip counting steps. Students can cut the strips apart and order the numbers in sequence to practice skip counting.

These puzzles are perfect for:

  • Reinforcing multiplication facts (1s, 2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s, 7s, 8s, 9s, 10s, 11s and 12s)
  • Developing skip counting fluency
  • Building problem-solving skills
  • work independently or in small groups

Includes:

  • 24 Puzzles, available in both color and B&W version
  • Recording Sheets
  • Cover Page

May you like to explore our Fire Safety resources:

Fire Safety Coloring Bulletin Board Collaborative Poster

Fire Safety Editable Sequence Number Puzzles

Fire Safety Firefighters Coloring Pages Appreciation Cards Community Helpers

Community Helpers Firefighter Agamograph Coloring Craft Activity

Fire Safety week Color By Code Number to 10 addition to 20 Worksheets

Fire Safety Activity Bundle Coloring Pages Color By Code Counting Clip Cards

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Farm Animal Shape Matching Clip Cards and Worksheets Pig Activity Preschool

By Marilyn Southmayd

Elevate your classroom engagement with our Farm Animal Shape Matching Clip Cards and Worksheets! Perfect for shaping young minds through fun and interactive learning, these activities cater to diverse educational needs.

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➡Farm Animal Shape Matching Clip Card and Worksheet Bundle

➡2d Shapes Bundle

Clip Cards Bundle

❤️WHAT IS INCLUDED?

20 Page PDF Containing:

  • 14 Farm Animal Pig shape matching clip cards (4 Pages)
  • 14 Farm Animal Pig shapes on shadow matching worksheet (2 Pages)
  • 14 Farm Animal Pig shapes for student to trace name of shape (4 Pages)
  • 2 Page KEY with answers to shadow matching worksheets.
  • Comes in color and black and white to conserve ink
  • Just print out the activity or pages you want.

PLEASE NOTE: It is recommended that you print out these pages on card stock or copy paper. It is also recommended that you laminate these cards so that you can use them for multiple uses.

❤️WHO IS THIS FOR?

  1. Early Educators: Ideal for preschool and kindergarten teachers looking to reinforce basic skills in an enjoyable way.
  2. ESL Instructors: Perfect for language educators introducing shapes and vocabulary.
  3. Special Education Teachers: Adaptable for diverse learning needs, supporting visual and cognitive development.
  4. Homeschooling Parents: A valuable resource for at-home learning, providing a structured and engaging educational activity.
  5. Busy Teachers: Designed for educators seeking ready-to-use materials that enhance learning outcomes without extensive preparation.

❤️Why you'll love this product:

  • Versatile Learning: Targets multiple skills – shape recognition, writing improvement, and critical thinking.
  • Engaging and Fun: The interactive nature keeps students excited about learning.
  • Time-Saving: Ready-made, low-prep resource for busy teachers.
  • Adaptable: Suitable for various age groups and learning levels.
  • Group Activities: Encourage collaboration and communication in the classroom.

Pick either color or black and white you want to use. Download, print, and cut out the clip cards with Farm Animal Pigs for your students to match! Your students will be thrilled with this interactive exercise any time of the year.

❤️FEATURES OF THESE CLIP CARDS ARE:

- allows children to practice matching shapes to shape images and shadows plus getting to know the names of the shapes and how to write them thereby improving their cognitive skills.

- students can use colorful clothespins, math manipulatives, or some other type of marker to mark the correct number on each card, enhancing fine motor skills while learning.

- make for fantastic quiet-time activities or busy bags for on-the-go learning.

Watch as your child's face lights up with excitement as they embark on this educational journey through shapes.

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Halloween Tangrams - 26 puzzles

By Z is for Zebra

Here are 36 different Halloween themed Tangram puzzles for you to cut out and use in your classroom! Each tangram is on a 3.7" x 4.9" card and there are 4 cards per page. The color tangrams show the individual shapes while the black tangrams only show the whole figure as a sold color. The colored tangrams are filled in with orange, purple, green and grey shades. I have also included 3 different sized tangram squares for you to print out in both color and black. The black tangram squares have white lines on them so they are easy to see the pieces and cut out. Tangrams in this set (note there are multiple different ones for some of them, such as a cat sitting in a different position or bats flying different ways): Spider Cat Bat Candle Owl Tree Witch Castle Mountains Raven Howling Wolf Ghost Candle Chalice Barn Vulture Running Cat/Wolf The Tangram Square contains: 2 large right triangles 1 medium right triangle 2 small right triangle 1 square 1 parallelogram Keywords: geometric concepts, Visual-spatial awareness, math, mathematical concepts, shapes, hands on, puzzle, problem solving, critical thinking, tangrams, Halloween, fun, geometry

$2.50
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School Solve and Count Numbers to 12 Cut and Paste Puzzles Activity

By Golden State Kinders

Make learning counting and number recognition fun with these School Solve and Count Numbers to 12 Worksheets Cut and Paste Puzzles! Students cut out the puzzle pieces and paste them on the picture mat to reveal the number of students or school supplies. They will then write the number and color the picture. This activity is great practice for fine motor skills and counting to 12. A perfect addition to your math centers!

What's included:

  • 12 solve and count puzzles (1-12)
  • Images of students and school supplies
  • Picture mats
  • Picture keys

Note:

  • These school themed counting cut and paste puzzles require no prep - simply print and use!
  • Each activity consists of TWO pages: a picture mat and the puzzle pieces page.

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Noun, Adjective, Verb Task Cards Activity

By Inspired By MlG

This Noun, Adjective, Verb Task Cards Activity provides a hands-on and engaging way for students to practice identifying and understanding these fundamental parts of speech. Here's how this activity benefits students:

Improved Language Skills:

  • Enhanced vocabulary: Students are exposed to a variety of words and their functions within sentences.
  • Stronger sentence structure: Recognizing nouns, adjectives, and verbs helps students build well-formed sentences.
  • Improved reading comprehension: Understanding these parts of speech aids in comprehending text and extracting meaning.

Enhanced Cognitive Skills:

  • Critical thinking: Students analyze sentences to identify and categorize words.
  • Problem-solving: They apply their knowledge to solve the task of sorting words into the correct categories.
  • Attention to detail: Students must carefully read the sentence strips to accurately identify the parts of speech.

Engaging and Motivating Learning:

  • Interactive format: The task card activity makes learning fun and interactive.
  • Visual appeal: The colorful cards and clear instructions make the activity visually stimulating.
  • Sense of accomplishment: Completing the task cards provides a sense of achievement and encourages further learning.

Differentiated Instruction:

  • Adaptable for various levels: The activity can be adjusted to suit different learners' needs.
  • Independent or group work: Students can work individually or collaboratively, catering to different learning styles.

Overall, this Noun, Adjective, Verb Task Cards Activity provides a valuable opportunity for students to strengthen their language skills, develop cognitive abilities, and enjoy the learning process.

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Finish the Pattern (Print + Digital)

By Early Childhood Essentials

Included you'll find 20 sets of patterns across 10 pages. Each pattern has a missing piece or more. Where those missing pieces belong are signified by a line. Below each pattern is a list of options. Directions are on each page.

I've also included an optional whole-class verbal activity.

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$3.75

Uses of Light and Sound Sorting Activity - 1st&2nd Grade Science Printables

By The Elementary Hut

This fun and engaging sorting activity for your students to explore the uses of light and sound. This printable resource includes 12 pictures that students can cut, paste and sort into categories of light and sound. It's a no-prep activity that promotes critical thinking and understanding of these concepts. This activity can be used after a discussion about how sound and light help us communicate in our daily lives. Students will be easily able to make connections when sorting these pictures.

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Fire Safety Activities & Fire Themed Creative Writing Prompts Worksheets

By Mrs Wates Teaching Creations

Fire Safety Week! Improve your students imagination & creative writing skills with Fire Safety Adventures: Creative Writing Prompts. This engaging pack features 10 prompts tailored for budding writers in Year 1 to 3. Each prompt comes with dedicated writing templates, including sections for First, Next and Last perfect for honing sequential storytelling skills. Longer templates have been included to foster comprehensive story development. Use this writing pack to help your students develop their creative writing skills. Each prompt can be printed and placed in a journaling notebook or writing book, used in a writing center or as a writing activity in class or when children finish their work early. Create a writing booklet or class book during Fire Safety Week. Whether it's a daring escape from a pretend fire or a heroic rescue mission, these prompts will kindle a passion for creative expression while learning vital fire safety lessons. Encourage your students to let their creativity burn bright while they learn crucial safety tips. Fire Safety Adventures is an essential addition to any language arts curriculum providing a dynamic blend of imaginative writing and vital life skills education.


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Growth Mindset Bell Ringer Journal Morning Work Daily Warm Up: SEL Activities

By Kirsten's Kaboodle

Growth Mindset Bell Ringer Daily Journal Activities for K & 1st Grade with a SEESAW Option:

GUESS WHAT? You DO have time to teach growth mindset! Don't believe me? This growth mindset bell ringer journal IS YOUR ANSWER! It only takes 10 minutes each day and it COVERS ALL THINGS GROWTH MINDSET for an ENTIRE YEAR!

These growth mindset activities are perfect for teachers looking for easy-to-use, daily growth mindset instruction in the form of warm-ups, bell ringers, or station activities.

This bell ringer journal includes:

  • 200 activities (40 weeks of daily activities)
  • 40 Vocabulary Cards
  • 40 Affirmation Posters that correspond to each week's topic
  • Pre- and Post-Assessment
  • Sample Answer Keys
  • Printable Option
  • Instructions for Use in SEESAW

Please look at the thumbnails and preview to assess the appropriateness for your group of students.

NOTE: This growth mindset activities file now includes a digital distance learning option in SEESAW! Please refer to the product's final 7-10 pagesfor instructions and links!

Click HERE to watch a short video that displays some of the content in this growth mindset bell ringer journal.

NOTE: This pack of activities may be TOO DIFFICULT for Kindergarten at the beginning of the school year! I advise Kindergarten teachers to wait for a couple of months to begin OR be prepared to do the activities as a group (or provide extra support). Some warm-up activities will be quick, but others will require discussions and extra time to complete.

Please note that 40 TOPICS come with affirmation posters. You will also find over 40 vocabulary cards to support the new growth mindset verbiage your students will learn. I advise teachers to display the vocabulary as it is introduced (on a bulletin board or whiteboard). INSTRUCTION WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH WEEK TO INTRODUCE NEW VOCABULARY AND CONCEPTS. Be prepared to support students each day during the warm-up as well.

The following topics are covered, week by week, in this full-year growth mindset instructional package:

1- I Have a Growth Mindset!

2- I Love My Brain!

3- My Brain is Like a Muscle!

4- The Harder I Work, the Smarter I Get!

5- My Effort is the Most Important!

6- I Can Do Hard Things!

7- I Have Grit!

8- I Know How to Ask for Help!

9- It's Okay for Me to Make Mistakes!

10- I Believe in the Power of Yet!

11- I Listen to Feedback!

12- I am Not Afraid of Tricky Tasks!

13- When I Struggle, I Grow!

14- I Have Many Strengths!

15- I Can Train My Brain!

16- I am Kind to Myself!

17- I Can Create a Productive Work Space!

18- I Can Help Myself Focus!

19- I Control the Choices I Make!

20- I Can Take Risks!

21- I Know How to Set Goals!

22- I Can Always Learn More!

23- My Mistakes Make Me Better!

24- I Don't Have to Be Perfect!

25- I am Happy When Others Do Well!

26- I Don't Stop Until I'm Proud!

27- My Passions are Important!

28- I am Strong in Mind and in Heart!

29- I am Determined!

30- I Get Smarter When I Practice!

31- When I Say I'll Do Something, I DO IT!

32- I Can Help Myself Feel Better!

33- I Know How to Show Myself Love!

34- I Can Think About Things in New Ways

35- I am Aware of the Things In and Around Me!

36- I Can Challenge Myself!

37- I am Always Learning!

38- I am Patient with Myself!

39- I Dare to Dream BIG!

40- I am a Growth Mindset Expert!

*This product also includes 40 posters for a bulletin board that explains each topic above (a black-and-white copy of these posters is also included).

*A pre-assessment and a post-assessment are also included and sample answers (teacher notes) for each week.

*You will also find vocabulary cards to support your student's new learning.

This daily growth mindset activity product is for YOU if you struggle to squeeze in growth mindset instruction or don't know how to teach it. Your students will get instruction in EVERY AREA of growth mindset with the topics covered!

Please look at the activities in this product to best determine how and when to utilize them in your class. Some students or groups of students will be able to use them as a warm-up, bell ringer, or independent station activity. Other students or groups of students may need more support.

The scaled questions with emojis on many Thursday exercises are designed for students to reflect on how they feel about the given topic. Students can share their thoughts with a partner, asmall group, or the entire class. There are no incorrect answers for these exercises.

At the end of this product, you will find an OPTIONAL cover page and Table of Contents that you can use IF YOU CHOOSE TO BIND all the activities together for each student at the beginning of the year (or the beginning of the instruction). REMEMBER THAT FRIDAY ACTIVITIES SHOULD NOT BE INCLUDED IN BOUND JOURNALS because many of them require cutting and pasting.

Looking for Growth Mindset Bell Ringers for 2nd-3rd grade or 4th grade and up?

GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITIES- DAILY WARM-UPS FOR 2ND-3RD GRADE

GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITY WARM-UPS FOR ONE YEAR 4th GRADE AND UP

GROWTH MINDSET COLORING PAGES (with mindfulness activity):

COLORING POSTERS: GROWTH MINDSET AFFIRMATIONS FOR INTERMEDIATE GRADES

COLORING POSTERS: GROWTH MINDSET AFFIRMATIONS FOR PRIMARY GRADES

You may also be interested in the following GROWTH MINDSET ACTIVITIES:

GROWTH MINDSET AFFIRMATIONS POSTERS (with cursive)

GROWTH MINDSET PRIVACY FOLDER OFFICES

GROWTH MINDSET TEACHER NOTES

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Kirsten Tulsian has 18 years of experience in elementary education. She has been a homeroom teacher for first grade, third grade, and fourth grade, as well as ESL. She has also been a school counselor for grades PK-6, an ESL pullout teacher for K-6, and a Reading Recovery Teacher. She received her Bachelor’s degree in elementary education and psychology from The University of Iowa and a Master’s of Education in school counseling from Sam Houston State University. She believes that students make the most progress when they are engaged in their hearts and minds. Her resources offer relevant, rigorous, engaging content that nurtures the whole child.

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Fall Shadow Matching Cut & Paste, Autumn Visual Discrimination Activity

By Lia

Searching for a delightful activity to celebrate the fall season? Look no further! These Fall theme Shadow Matching Activity are the perfect choice.

Your students are in for a treat as they dive into the enchanting world of fall with these captivating graphics.
This activity is a fantastic way for young learners to practice observing and recognizing shadows, which enhances their thinking skills and visual discrimination.
This pack includes 10 pages divided into two levels:

  1. 5 pages, matching a single image with its shadow
  2. 5 pages, matching two images with their shadows

Get ready to make the fall season even more enjoyable and educational for your students with these engaging worksheets!

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Winter Shape Matching Clip Cards and Worksheets Snowflakes Activity Preschool

By Marilyn Southmayd

Elevate your classroom engagement with our Winter Shape Matching Clip Cards and Worksheets! Perfect for shaping young minds through fun and interactive learning, these activities cater to diverse educational needs.

❤️Take a peek at the preview to get a closer look.

❤️Want more resources like this for your classroom? Check out these bundles:

➡2d Shapes Bundle

Clip Cards Bundle

Winter Endless Growing Bundle

❤️WHAT IS INCLUDED?

20 Page PDF Containing:

  • 15 Winter snowflake shape matching clip cards (4 Pages)
  • 15 Winter snowflake shapes for student to trace the shape and color in then trace the shape name (16 Pages). Choose between Diamond and Rhombus.
  • Comes in color and black and white to conserve ink
  • Just print out the activity or pages you want.

PLEASE NOTE: It is recommended that you print out these pages on card stock or copy paper. It is also recommended that you laminate these cards so that you can use them for multiple uses.

❤️WHO IS THIS FOR?

  1. Early Educators: Ideal for preschool and kindergarten teachers looking to reinforce basic skills in an enjoyable way.
  2. ESL Instructors: Perfect for language educators introducing shapes and vocabulary.
  3. Special Education Teachers: Adaptable for diverse learning needs, supporting visual and cognitive development.
  4. Homeschooling Parents: A valuable resource for at-home learning, providing a structured and engaging educational activity.
  5. Busy Teachers: Designed for educators seeking ready-to-use materials that enhance learning outcomes without extensive preparation.

❤️Why you'll love this product:

  • Versatile Learning: Targets multiple skills – shape recognition, writing improvement, and critical thinking.
  • Engaging and Fun: The interactive nature keeps students excited about learning.
  • Time-Saving: Ready-made, low-prep resource for busy teachers.
  • Adaptable: Suitable for various age groups and learning levels.
  • Group Activities: Encourage collaboration and communication in the classroom.

Pick either color or black and white you want to use. Download, print, and cut out the clip cards with Winter snowflakes for your students to match! Your students will be thrilled with this interactive exercise any time of the year.

❤️FEATURES OF THESE CLIP CARDS ARE:

- allows children to practice matching shapes to shape images and tracing shape and getting to know the names of the shapes and how to write them thereby improving their cognitive skills.

- students can use colorful clothespins, math manipulatives, or some other type of marker to mark the correct number on each card, enhancing fine motor skills while learning.

- make for fantastic quiet-time activities or busy bags for on-the-go learning.

Watch as your child's face lights up with excitement as they embark on this educational journey through shapes.

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Back to School Counting Clip Cards - Crayons 0-10

Summer Beach Counting Clip Cards - Penguins 0-10

Arctic Animals Counting Clip Cards - Penguins 0-10

World Bee Day Counting Clip Cards 0-10

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