Sorting and odd one out
Strategy card
Things that go together belong in the same group.
- Step 1: Look at the group.
- Step 2: Say what is the same about all of them.
- Step 3: Find the picture that belongs too.
Tip: Sort your toys by color, then by size. Same toys, new groups!
Worked example
These words go together. Which word belongs with them?
train · car · bus
- A: hammer
- B: trumpet
- C: truck (the answer)
- D: scarf
Why: Train, car, bus are all things that carry people. “truck” is one too.
Your turn
Your turn 1 of 3
These three go together. Which one goes with them?
Your turn 2 of 3
These words go together. Which word belongs with them?
coat · sock · shirt
Your turn 3 of 3
These three go together. Which one goes with them?
Keep practicing
Grown-ups: Sort laundry together: socks here, shirts there. Parent guide
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