Heart Math Puzzles

Materials: red paper, stickers, markers, scissors,

Directions: 

1. Draw and cut hearts out of red paper.

2. Cut the hearts in two; cutting puzzle like lines and curves into the pieces.

3. Write numbers on one half of the heart, then help your child put that same number of stickers on the other half of the heart.

4. Mix the pieces up and work with your child to put the pieces together, matching the puzzles lines and the stickers/numbers.

5. Finally, make the activity more independent (when they are ready) by allowing them to do it on their own.

(*Note: Be careful not to do this final step too soon, or it can lead them to frustration rather than success!

Mackenzie is a follower of Jesus, wife, mama of two toddler boys, teacher at heart, and coffee lover. She was a lower school elementary teacher for over 6 years, with a master's degree in Reading, and is a certificated Reading Specialist. She currently works part-time at a private school allowing her more time at home with her little guys.

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