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Fun activities for developing critical thinking skills in preschoolers

Inside: Critical thinking preschool worksheets to download for free!

Problem-solving and critical thinking are important skills children in preschool need to develop in order to succeed in school.

Include these critical thinking preschool worksheets in your curriculum to give them enough opportunities for practice.

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Critical thinking preschool worksheets

Whether you are taking a walk outside or reading a book together with your child, there are always opportunities to practice critical thinking.

For instance, encourage your child to look for repeating patterns, for similarities and differences between objects and so on. The more they understand the world around them the better they will be able to generalize and utilize the knowledge in more complex situations.

To provide you with some pen and paper exercises, I’ve created these critical thinking preschool worksheets.

Preschool thinking skills printable worksheets. #preschool #prek

Feel free to use them in the classroom or at home.

And make sure to expand on your child’s answers. Ask her more about each group of pictures, why they belong/don’t belong together, and so forth.

To download, just click on the download link at the very end.

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Feel free to use these worksheets in the classroom or at home. But please remember that any other re-distribution or altering are not allowed. Thank you. 

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7 thoughts on “Fun activities for developing critical thinking skills in preschoolers”

Hey Kristina, thanks. My 5 years old found it really interesting. Do you have more?

Not the same kind of activities. But it’s a good idea to create more like these, I will add them to my to-do list!

Hey Kristina, Thank you so much for the resources. I have a 1st grader with special needs and am always at a loss for what to do to supplimet our schools amazing special ed departments at home. Your worksheets are life savers!

I am happy to help!

Kristina, thanks for saving our kids from non-stop TV and boredom thanks to your great print-outs these days!!!

Lol, you’re welcome! I know it’s hard to constantly entertain them at home. My two boys are the same. All the best to you!

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Question/answer, what are some effective activities to train students’ critical thinking skill when teaching them about life science.

Effective activities to train students' Critical Thinking skill in Life Science include: engaging in problem-based learning projects, conducting experiments and analyzing results, debating ethical issues in biology, comparing and contrasting different life processes, and using case studies to apply concepts to real-world scenarios. These activities encourage students to question, analyze, and apply information, enhancing their critical thinking skills.

How does the mastery of the Critical Thinking skill affect a student's performance at an early age?

Mastery of critical thinking at an early age significantly enhances a student's performance by improving problem-solving abilities, fostering independent thinking, and boosting academic success. It enables students to analyze information more effectively, make reasoned judgments, and approach challenges creatively.

Why is the Critical Thinking skill important for Grade 2 students?

Critical thinking is vital for Grade 2 students as it enhances their problem-solving abilities, enabling them to understand complex concepts more deeply. It nurtures their curiosity and creativity, encouraging independent thinking and decision-making. This skill also helps in developing their analytical abilities, making them better at evaluating information, leading to improved academic performance and preparing them for future learning challenges.

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