Color and Shape Match Rug Activity
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Classroom Game Idea
Color & Shape Match
An interactive matching game that helps students practice color and shape recognition while moving and learning together.
How It Works
The teacher reveals a color and shape card, and students search the rug to find the matching space. Students move to, mark, or toss a bean bag onto the correct square, reinforcing recognition skills through active play.
Skills Supported
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Color and shape recognition
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Gross motor coordination
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Listening and quick response
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Early problem-solving
Why Teachers Like It
This game combines movement with foundational learning skills and works well for whole-group play, small groups, or learning centers.
Optional Adaptation Line
The activity can be adjusted for different ages by adding letters, numbers, or simpler matching rules.