17/09/2026
✂️ Cutting & Sticking Shapes 🎨
Today the children enjoyed cutting out different shapes using scissors and then sticking them onto paper to create their own pictures and designs.
This simple activity supports lots of important EYFS learning and development, including:
✂️ Fine motor skills – using scissors helps strengthen the small muscles in the hands and fingers, supporting pencil control and future writing skills.
👀 Hand-eye coordination – children practise coordinating what they see with the movements of their hands.
🧠 Concentration and focus – carefully cutting around shapes encourages children to concentrate and work with purpose.
🎨 Creativity and imagination – sticking and arranging shapes allows children to make their own designs and express their ideas.
🔷 Shape recognition – children can begin to recognise and name different shapes while exploring their properties.
🌟 Independence and confidence – using scissors and glue safely helps children develop independence and feel proud of what they have created.
A fun, hands-on activity that supports learning through creativity, exploration and play! 💕
