Place The Animals
Place the theme card in the slot and then place the corresponding task card in front of the beads. Try to find how many times the things on the task card appear and then place the corresponding number of beads. Turn the task card and check answers.
This engaging educational activity invites children to examine assignment cards featuring various insects and their corresponding chips. The task is to determine where each insect belongs by reasoning and matching the correct chip to the appropriate spot. This process encourages logical thinking, categorisation, and deductive reasoning. The self-check feature allows children to verify their answers independently, promoting confidence and self-assessment skills. Ages 5yrs+.
Key Educational Benefits:
- Enhances Logical Reasoning and Deductive Thinking. By analysing the characteristics of each insect and determining its correct placement, children develop critical thinking skills and the ability to make logical connections. This process fosters deductive reasoning as they eliminate incorrect options and arrive at the correct conclusion.
- Promotes Classification and Categorization Skills. Sorting insects based on specific attributes such as colour, size, or habitat helps children understand the concept of classification. This skill is fundamental in organizing information and is applicable across various subjects.
- Develops Visual Discrimination and Attention to Detail. Matching insects to their corresponding chips requires keen observation and attention to detail, enhancing visual discrimination skills. These abilities are crucial for recognising patterns, shapes, and differences, which are foundational for reading and mathematics.
- Encourages Independent Learning and Self-Assessment. The self-check feature empowers children to assess their own work, fostering independence and confidence in their abilities. This promotes a growth mindset and encourages a proactive approach to learning.
- Supports Early Science Education. Engaging with insects and their characteristics introduces children to basic scientific concepts such as classification, habitats, and biodiversity. This activity lays the groundwork for future scientific exploration and inquiry.
Contents:
2 Plastic Game Boards (20 x 20 cm)
18 Plastic Chips (4 cm)
18 Plastic Assignment Cards printed on both sides
Wooden Box (21.5 x 21.5 x 7 cm)