Cut Out Shapes

Notes for grown-ups

Reproduced from page 2 of the book so you can read it before printing.

Scissor skills by cutting out basic shapes.

How to use

• Name the shape together before cutting.
• Cut carefully along the red dashed line around each shape.
• Start with circles and squares, then try triangles and stars.
• Supervise closely and use child-safe scissors.
• The cut-out shapes can be used for sorting, collages or gluing activities.

Tips

•  Hold the paper with the non-cutting hand.
•  Turn the paper for curved shapes rather than twisting the scissors.
•  Praise careful, controlled cutting.
•  Start with larger shapes and progress to smaller ones.

Shapes included

•  Circles
•  Squares
•  Triangles
•  Stars
•  Mixed shapes practice