Problem-Solving & Reasoning Activities

Sorting & Classifying: Provide objects or toys to group by color, size, or function.

Puzzle Stations: Offer simple puzzles and pattern-building activities.

Cause-and-Effect Exploration: Science-based play (e.g., water experiments, ramps and balls, or simple “if…then…” activities).

Drawing & Representation: Encourage children to draw their ideas, stories, or solutions to classroom challenges.

Position & Direction Games: Hide objects and give positional clues (“Place the block on top of the chair”).

Memory Games: Matching cards or “I packed my bag…” sequence games for reasoning practice.