Check out this FREE "Visual discrimination" Trial Lesson for age 5-7!

Draw and Name Shapes up to 6 Sided Shapes & Cubes

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  • 5-7
  • 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 crucial for children aged 5 to 7 years as it lays the foundation for essential skills in reading, writing, and overall cognitive development. At this age, children begin to encounter various forms of written communication that require distinguishing between similar letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and patterns. For instance, mastering the difference between “b” and “d” or recognizing the variant shapes of letters and numbers can significantly influence a child’s reading and math skills.

Additionally, visual discrimination aids in improving attention and focus. Children learn to identify critical details, which enhances their ability to follow instructions, engage in problem-solving tasks, and complete puzzles or games that foster their mental agility. Enhanced visual skills also encourage creativity and artistic expression, enabling children to analyze and differentiate visual elements in their artwork.

Parents and teachers should, therefore, prioritize activities that enhance visual discrimination, such as sorting games, matching activities, and visual puzzles. By cultivating these skills, they help children build stronger academic abilities, boost confidence, and create a positive learning environment that equips them for future educational challenges. Investing in visual discrimination now will yield long-term benefits for children’s overall development.