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Shape Tracing Hunt

Age2–5 years
Time10–20 min
MessNo mess
EnergyLow energy
SettingIndoor
Shape Tracing Hunt

You'll need

  • Paper
  • Crayons
  • Various shaped objects

Steps

  1. 1Gather objects of different shapes
  2. 2Place on paper and trace around edges
  3. 3Identify each shape name
  4. 4Color in the traced shapes

Why this works

Hands-on shape learning with art creation.

Try also

  • Hunt for shapes around house to trace
  • Make a shape robot picture
  • Create patterns with traced shapes

Choose safe objects without sharp edges.

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