Let's Get Tangled Kit

LET’S GET TANGLED Field Details Title LET’S GET TANGLED Code SL-1-12 Activity Goal To build different objects/patterns with the colourful Tangram shapes. Skills Developed Patience & persistence • Colour recognition • Eye–hand coordination • Critical thinking & logical reasoning • Sensory exploration • Creativity & imagination Materials Needed Activity board & Tangram shapes (7 pieces) 5 flashcards with various Tangram patterns (Tree, House, Diya, Boat, Kite) Step-by-Step Instructions Step Instruction 1 Set Up and Introduce the Activity: Place the Tangram pieces, activity board, and flashcards neatly in front of the child. Explain: “We are going to use these colourful shapes to make fun objects like a tree, house, or boat!” 2 Explore the Tangram Shapes: Let the child freely touch and explore all 7 Tangram pieces. Use this time to name the shapes (triangle, square, parallelogram) and talk about their colours. 3 Introduce the Flashcards: Show one flashcard at a time. Each flashcard displays a different object made using Tangram shapes. Explain how each picture is created by arranging the 7 shapes in a special way. 4 Recreate a Tangram Shape: Ask the child to choose a flashcard and use the Tangram pieces to recreate the pattern on the activity board. Offer help if needed, but let them try first. 5 Repeat with New Patterns: After completing one pattern, move to another flashcard and repeat the process. Encourage the child to observe differences and similarities between designs. 6 Celebrate Their Success: Give positive reinforcement—cheer, give a high-five, and praise their effort! Example: “You made a kite all by yourself—great job!” 7 Encourage Creative Exploration (Optional): Once the child is confident, invite them to create their own shapes or objects using the Tangram pieces. Let their imagination guide the way!