Check out this FREE "Spatial awareness" Trial Lesson for age 3-9!

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In Front or Behind: Part 2 Worksheet
In Front or Behind: Part 2 Worksheet

In Front or Behind: Part 2 Worksheet

Teach positional words "front" and "behind" with this fun worksheet! Students identify where the squirrel is in relation to the object - in front or behind. It's a great exercise to practice early geometry skills and understanding object movement.
In Front or Behind: Part 2 Worksheet
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Fairy Tales Maze Worksheet
Fairy Tales Maze Worksheet

Fairy Tales Maze Worksheet

Kids love mazes and fairy tales, so this free worksheet is a great way to help teach young readers about familiar topics. They'll join Bella and use the traceable lines to travel through different reading genres, and find their way to the library for a nice reward!
Fairy Tales Maze Worksheet
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Up or Down Worksheet
Up or Down Worksheet

Up or Down Worksheet

Teach your toddlers the concepts of up and down with Kids Academy's vivid worksheet! Use the seesaw analogy to reinforce this language with them and build a strong foundation for future learning. Show them how a balloon can float up but must come back down too.
Up or Down Worksheet
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Space maze worksheet: Telescope
Space maze worksheet: Telescope

Astronomer Maze: Telescope Worksheet

Let your mini astronomer explore the galaxy with this fun and puzzling space maze worksheet – Telescope! Your child will have a great time navigating the maze, while learning how telescopes help scientists study the stars.
Astronomer Maze: Telescope Worksheet
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Migration Maze Worksheet
Migration Maze Worksheet

Migration Maze Worksheet

You are a citizen of your school, city and country. Many people migrate to become citizens of another place, like Niko in this worksheet. Ask your students to help her find her way from Japan to America.
Migration Maze Worksheet
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Spatial awareness is a crucial developmental skill for children aged 3-9, encompassing their ability to understand and manipulate the space around them. Parents and teachers should prioritize fostering this skill because it plays a significant role in cognitive and physical development. Children with strong spatial awareness perform better in subjects such as math and science, as these areas often require visualizing and organizing information spatially.

Moreover, spatial awareness enhances everyday skills, from simple tasks like navigating environments to complex activities like sports and arts. Children who develop this skill are better equipped to coordinate their movements, improve their problem-solving abilities, and engage in activities that require critical thinking and creativity.

Through engaging activities such as puzzles, building blocks, and outdoor play, parents and teachers can help nurture spatial awareness. Encouraging these activities not only boosts children's academic potential but also fosters confidence and independence as they learn to navigate their surroundings.

In summary, prioritizing spatial awareness in early childhood education is essential, as it lays the foundation for holistic development across various domains, enabling children to thrive both in and out of the classroom. It ultimately prepares them for future challenges in their educational journey and beyond.