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Ways to Play
Below are ideas to inspire play.
1. Label and Find
Teach little ones how to describe objects and recognize
an object’s unique characteristics by having them nd
and insert blocks based on different descriptors, for
example:
Can you nd the block with a yellow banana on it?
Can you nd a block that is blue?
Can you nd a block with a curve, like this [show a block
with a curve]?
2. Use Spatial Language
Help little ones develop spatial reasoning skills and spatial
vocabulary by using words and phrases to describe
where the blocks are in relation to the sorter and other
blocks, for example:
You put the blueberry block inin the apple sorter!
Let’s take all the blocks outout.
Can you turn that block so the pointy part goes upup?
3. Compare Shapes
With 10 unique shapes, little ones can look at two or more
blocks and observe their similarities and differences.
Point out the sides, curves, and corners of each block to
bring their attention to the attributes of different shapes.
4. Encourage Imagination
Encourage little ones to think creatively by turning shape
sorting into a pretend-play game. For example, pretend
the shape sorter is a blender and insert the fruit blocks to
make a smoothie. Press the stem to blend it up and add
in more fruit blocks.
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