Playdough has long been a favorite activity for children, offering endless creative and educational possibilities.
This set of worksheets combines the fun of playdough with learning about shapes, making it a perfect tool for developing fine motor skills and teaching preschoolers and kindergarteners about geometric shapes in an interactive way.
The printable pack includes 12 pages, each dedicated to a different shape. On each page, there are five activities: choosing and coloring an object that matches the shape, finding and coloring all instances of the shape, tracing and writing the name of the shape, unscrambling the name of the shape, and constructing the shape with small round playdough balls. The shapes featured in this bundle include circle, square, triangle, rectangle, star, heart, parallelogram, trapezium, hexagon, and crescent.
These activities help children in various ways. Coloring and identifying shapes enhances their ability to recognize and differentiate between different geometric forms. Tracing and writing the names of the shapes improve their handwriting and spelling skills.
Unscrambling the names adds an element of problem-solving and literacy, while making shapes with playdough balls develops fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. This hands-on approach not only makes learning about shapes enjoyable but also reinforces the concepts through multiple methods.
To get started with these worksheets, you will need playdough, printer paper, a printer, pencils, and crayons. After downloading and printing the pages, set your child up at a table with the supplies. Explain the activities and be available to assist with any questions. This engaging activity not only teaches shapes but also encourages creativity and fine motor development.
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