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Today I am teaming up with a few friends to share some free shark activities for kids. You can scroll down to the bottom of this post to see all of the freebies! These activities are fun for shark week or anytime your little one is learning about sharks!
Memory is a great game for little ones. It’s very simple to learn and play, plus it helps children develop a variety of important skills! Here are a few skills that playing memory will help develop:
- Visual recognition
- Memory and thinking skills
- Improves attention, concentration and focus
- Vocabulary
- Problem solving skills
Plus, playing any time of organized game with other adults or children gives children ways to practice social skills and experience different situations including:
- Sharing
- Taking turns
- Following an agreed on set of rules
- How it feels to win
- How it feels to lose
Silly Shark Memory Directions:
- Download the free Silly Shark Memory printable by clicking HERE or accessing it inside my Free Resource Library.
- Print the memory cards. I recommend printing the cards on white cardstock and running them through the laminator for extra durability.
- Next, cut the cards apart on or around the dotted lines. 9 sets of matching cards are included.
- Use the cards to play a traditional memory game. Mix up the cards and put them all face down Players will take turns turning over two cards and seeing if they match. If the cards match, the player will keep both cards and have another turn!
Tips for Playing Silly Shark Memory:
- Start with all 3 or 4 pairs of cards then work your way up to all 9 pairs! This allows children to be successful and build their memory skills.
- Encourage children to look at the cards and talk about the different faces they see on each of the sharks. These cards require a lot of attention to detail!
More Shark Activities for Kids:
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT
Number Puzzles (0 to 10) // Fairy Poppins
Shark Activities for Kids // Sarah Chesworth
Shark Names Writing Practice // Teach Me Mommy
Free Shark Activities for Kids // Kiddy Charts
Number Mats (0 to 10) // Fairy Poppins