This works spatial relation skills as well. Your child needs to determine which shape goes in which hole, and then they need to actually fit it in. Shapes are a great way to introduce problem-solving skills. How many circle objects can they find? How many squares? This shows them that shape is something that many different things can have in common.Ĭategorization is an important science skill. A great way to practice this is to send your child on a shape hunt. What makes a circle different from a square? This is detailed recognition of traits objects have.Īn important skill is being able to find a common characteristic among different items. Once the basic same or different concept is down, children can move into more complicated categorization. It is also the first level of categorizing.Īre these two objects the same or different? This is the start of basic observation skills. Same and different is the start of really recognizing distinctive traits objects can have. This makes them great for practicing same and different. Here are some major concepts they work.īasic shapes like circles, triangles, and squares are distinctly different from each other. There are big reasons to start shape learning early. Shapes are building blocks for several bigger concepts that children will use throughout their schooling and lives. Grab these printables for more shape practice!.

Shape games for kindergarten classroom