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Unit Overview

Memory & Matching Games

Part of the analytical reasoning track — this unit builds Memory & Matching Games in a way that is playful and hands-on.

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Why it matters for the future

Sharpens the logical reasoning measured by NTS-GAT and every aptitude test.

🧠 Skills & Topics

Picture Pairs

Finding matching pairs among 6 cards.

What is Missing?

Spotting the removed object from a tray.

AB Patterns

Continuing red-blue-red-blue patterns.

🎯 Learning Outcomes

  • Wins a 6-card memory game
  • Names the missing object from 4
  • Extends an AB pattern
  • Recognises and names the key ideas in Memory & Matching Games

🎲 Suggested Activities

  1. 1Solve a timed set of Memory & Matching Games puzzles
  2. 2Sing a song or rhyme about Memory & Matching Games
  3. 3Draw and talk about Memory & Matching Games

✅ How Learning is Checked

  • ◆Teacher observation during play and daily routines
  • ◆Show-and-tell or picture-pointing check
  • ◆Participation star chart
🧰 Materials
Flashcards and picture cardsCrayons, paper and safe craft itemsStory props or soft toys
🔑 Key Vocabulary
Picture PairsWhat is Missing?AB Patterns

👨‍👩‍👧 At Home — for Parents

Weave Memory & Matching Games into play and daily routines — point it out, name it, and praise every attempt. Ten relaxed minutes a day beats long drills.

🍎 In the Classroom — for Teachers

Hook with a song or object, model Memory & Matching Games in play, then let children explore in pairs. Assess by observation and keep it joyful and movement-rich.

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