Check out this FREE "Visual discrimination" Trial Lesson for age 4-7!

Draw and Name Shapes up to 6 Sided Shapes & Cubes

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  • 4-7
  • Visual discrimination
Twin Shapes Dot-to-Dot Worksheet
Twin Shapes Dot-to-Dot Worksheet

Twin Shapes Dot-to-Dot Worksheet

Test your child's ability to copy with this worksheet. Ask them to find and name the four shapes on the left. Then, they must match each with the dotted lines on the right. Help your child with all four shapes in this fun exercise.
Twin Shapes Dot-to-Dot Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 71
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 71
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Silhouettes - shapes worksheet
Silhouettes - shapes worksheet

Silhouettes – Shapes Worksheet

Kids can have fun while learning to compare sizes with this silhouettes shapes worksheet! Matching pictures to silhouettes helps them build early math skills, while enjoying the activity!
Silhouettes – Shapes Worksheet
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What Does Not Match? Worksheet
What Does Not Match? Worksheet

What Does Not Match? Worksheet

Emerging readers need to practice using visual cues and repetitive text. This colorful PDF provides them with an opportunity to look at pictures, use discrimination and discern which phrase does not match. It also enables them to gain familiarity with high-frequency words to aid decoding longer sentences.
What Does Not Match? Worksheet
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Visual discrimination is the ability to discern differences and similarities between shapes, patterns, colors, and objects, and it plays a crucial role in a child's early development. For children aged 4-7, this skill is foundational for learning and everyday functioning. Parents and teachers should prioritize visual discrimination for several reasons.

Firstly, it directly impacts literacy skills. Children who can easily differentiate between letters and shapes are more likely to develop strong reading and writing abilities. This skill aids in recognizing words, forming letters, and understanding the significance of spacing.

Secondly, visual discrimination supports mathematical learning. It enables children to categorize objects, identify patterns, and grasp spatial relationships, which are essential skills in math.

Moreover, visual discrimination fosters problem-solving skills and enhances critical thinking. As children learn to notice differences and identify details, they develop the ability to analyze situations and make informed decisions.

Lastly, strong visual discrimination encourages independent learning. Children gain confidence in navigating their environment, promoting self-esteem.

In summary, visual discrimination is not just an academic skill; it nurtures a well-rounded child capable of thriving in a complex world. Investing in this area of development prepares children for future success.