Check out this FREE "Categorization skills" Trial Lesson for age 5-9!

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Shape Sorter Worksheet
Shape Sorter Worksheet

Shape Sorter Worksheet

Ask your child if they know halves and fourths. If not, explain that halves are when a shape is divided into two equal parts and fourths is when a shape is divided into four equal parts. Look through this worksheet with your child and let them trace the dotted lines to the correct answer to show whether the shapes are cut into halves or fourths.
Shape Sorter Worksheet
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Sorting worksheet - mammals
Sorting worksheet - mammals

Mammals Sorting Worksheet

They'll practice sorting animals and learn their features with this fun worksheet. Kids can test their scientific knowledge with this fun worksheet! They'll view pictures of animals, identify mammals based on their fur, and practice sorting them. This colorful worksheet is a great way for kids to learn about the differences between mammals and other animals.
Mammals Sorting Worksheet
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Sort the Mail Worksheet
Sort the Mail Worksheet

Sort the Mail Worksheet

Kids can learn number sense with one-to-one representation! This worksheet helps them connect groups of letters with the correct numbers by tracing the lines. They'll count and decide whether each group has 6 or 7 envelopes. This exercise gives children a better understanding of numerical representation.
Sort the Mail Worksheet
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Let's Look! Part 1 Worksheet
Let's Look! Part 1 Worksheet

Let's Look! Part 1 Worksheet

If your kids love animals or have a pet at home, they'll get a kick out of this tracing worksheet. It tests their ability to imitate shapes, starting with a pig and followed by a dog. Beside each of these pictures is a space for tracing the shapes. Unleash your child's creativity and see what they come up with!
Let's Look! Part 1 Worksheet
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Living and Non-living Worksheet
Living and Non-living Worksheet

Identifying Living or Non–living Worksheet

Help your child learn to sort and categorize in a new way! Teach them to classify things as living or non-living using this worksheet. It's the perfect way to build their scientific understanding, and to have some learning fun! Print this worksheet and watch them discover the world of science!
Identifying Living or Non–living Worksheet
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Sorting by Size Worksheet
Sorting by Size Worksheet

Sorting by Size Worksheet

This bright printout lets your students sort the foxes by size. Ask them to identify objects, then trace the dotted lines to put the foxes in the right group. Clear and easy instructions make this a fun and colorful exercise for your young ones.
Sorting by Size Worksheet
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Recycle It: +2 Worksheet
Recycle It: +2 Worksheet

Recycle It: +2 Worksheet

Your kindergartners likely count everything they see, which is great for practice. Give them simple exercises such as in this worksheet to stimulate their minds. Ask them to count the recycling cans and then circle the number that shows +2.
Recycle It: +2 Worksheet
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Groups in the Town Worksheet
Groups in the Town Worksheet

Groups in the Town Worksheet

Help your kids learn to count with this worksheet! Look at each number of objects and circle the group that matches. This simple activity can give them extra practice to support what they learn in school. Learning doesn't have to be a struggle; make it fun and interactive with this worksheet.
Groups in the Town Worksheet
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Animals and Non-Living Things Worksheet
Animals and Non-Living Things Worksheet

Animals and Non-Living Things Worksheet

People and animals both require more than food to survive. We need shelter, clothing and water, while animals use non-living things like rocks and trees. Ask your kids what else is necessary to survive - then have them identify the objects in the worksheet and circle the examples of animals using non-living things.
Animals and Non-Living Things Worksheet
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Grade 1 Sight Words: Some
Grade 1 Sight Words: Some

Grade 1 Sight Words: Some

Grade 1 Sight Words: Some
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Categorization skills are crucial for children aged 5-9 as they serve as a foundational aspect of cognitive development and learning. At this stage, children are beginning to make sense of their environment, and categorization helps them understand relationships between objects, concepts, and ideas. By grouping items based on shared characteristics such as color, shape, or size, children enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Parents and teachers should care about these skills because they are interlinked with other fundamental competencies, including language development and numerical understanding. When children categorize, they learn to communicate their thoughts clearly and build vocabulary as they describe the classifications they make. Moreover, categorization strengthens observational skills and encourages creativity, as children begin to notice the similarities and differences in their surroundings.

Furthermore, strong categorization skills are essential for academic success. Children who effectively categorize information are better equipped to organize their thoughts, making learning more efficient. This capability sets a solid baseline for more complex subjects, such as science and math. By fostering these skills at a young age, parents and teachers can nurture confident and capable learners prepared for future educational challenges.