1
Give the child a clipboard and shape checklist. Walk around the house or classroom to find real-world examples of circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.
15-25 min
2
Spread shaving cream or sand on a tray. Children trace letters with their fingers.
15 min
3
Provide objects of different sizes. Children arrange them from smallest to biggest.
15 min
4
Provide pattern blocks and shape cards with outlines. Child fills the outline with matching blocks. Encourage them to create their own design afterwards.
15-30 min
5
Give the child 4-6 picture cards from a simple story. Ask them to arrange the cards in the correct order. Retell the story aloud together using first/next/last language.
15-25 min
6
Sit in a circle with a special object. Only the person holding it may speak. Pass it around.
10 min
7
Jump on hopscotch squares while counting by 2s (2, 4, 6…). Repeat indoors using a number line. Time the child and try to beat their best time.
10-20 min
8
Give two groups of objects. Children decide which group has more and which has less.
15 min