When we teach shapes to young children, it’s important to start with the most basic and easy shapes, such as the circle, square, and rectangle. Learning shapes may take a little more time for preschoolers, which is why connecting shapes to everyday objects children already recognize is one of the most effective preschool learning strategies.
For example, the wheel of a toy car is round like a circle, the TV has the shape of a rectangle, and a slice of toasted bread is square. These real-life comparisons help children learn shapes through play and improve shape recognition in a natural way.
Print the free shape cards and use them as your go-to tool to learn shapes for kids at home or in the classroom. These printable shape flashcards support preschool learning activities and make it easy to teach basic shapes and colors through hands-on, visual learning.
Instructions for using the material
Cut out the free printables containing 4 shapes per page. The gray outlines will help you cut them nicely and accurately. Play and help your toddler to learn their first shapes and expand their verbal skills by asking questions about each picture's content.
For best and most consistent results, print the flash cards on harder than plain printing paper. You can also laminate them for more durability but be careful to round the edges so as to avoid possible scratches!
