Boost your child's mental agility with our expertly crafted cognitive skills worksheets designed for ages 7-8. At Kids Academy, we understand the importance of nurturing young minds, which is why our engaging worksheets focus on enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving, and logical reasoning. Each worksheet is meticulously curated to inspire curiosity and foster a love for learning. With a variety of fun and educational exercises, your child will develop essential cognitive skills while enjoying the process. Equip your child with the tools they need for academic success and enriched cognitive development by exploring our collection today.


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Power and Value of Pieces

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Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 53
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 53
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 53
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Smart Capturing Worksheet
Smart Capturing Worksheet

Smart Capturing Worksheet

Chess is a game of strategy and calculation. When presented with two captures, a player should always go for the one that yields the highest value. For example, taking a knight over a pawn. In this worksheet, your children will choose the best capture for each black piece. Ask them to circle the correct answers. (80 words)
Smart Capturing Worksheet
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Match Them Up Worksheet
Match Them Up Worksheet

Match Them Up Worksheet

Reading offers a wealth of knowledge, but young readers may struggle to remember info from informational texts. Help your child practice comprehension with this fun turtle-related worksheet. Just read the sentence starters and select the correct ending from the options given. Check the box to indicate the right statement!
Match Them Up Worksheet
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At ages 7-8, children are in a critical developmental stage where their cognitive skills are rapidly maturing. This period is essential for several reasons. Firstly, cognitive skills—including memory, attention, logic, and reasoning—are the foundations of learning and problem-solving. Strengthening these skills facilitates academic success and boosts their ability to understand complex concepts in subjects like math, reading, and science.

Cognitive development also nurtures social skills. When children improve their ability to think critically and solve problems, they are better equipped to navigate social situations, understand others' perspectives, and build healthy relationships. This ability plays a vital role in their emotional development and helps in managing conflicts, which is pivotal for lifelong socio-emotional well-being.

Moreover, good cognitive skills foster independence and self-confidence. When children can efficiently process information, retain what they’ve learned, and apply it, they feel more capable and experience higher self-esteem. This, in turn, motivates them to engage more in school, try new things, and take on challenges.

Therefore, parents and teachers should prioritize developing cognitive skills at this age, as it sets a robust foundation for future learning and personal growth, directly influencing the child's ability to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.