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Obstacle Course Part 1: Spatial Words

Obstacle Course Part 1: Spatial Words

About Obstacle Course Part 1: Spatial Words

The goal of this game is to learn and practice spatial words, and to set up an obstacle course.  Spatial language helps us describe where things or people are in space. Try to use words like above, under, between, beside, around, up, and down when you describe the location of a person or object.

Game Materials

Any objects of your choice!
Directions


What's the math in this game?

Spatial language helps us describe where things or people are in space. Try to use words like above, under, between, beside, around, up, and down when you describe the location of a person or object. Hearing, learning, and using spatial language helps young children develop the spatial skills they need in elementary school.

Spatial Relations

Measurement

Download Directions for Obstacle Course Part 1: Spatial Words

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 Español ES

 Português PT

Print this game starting with the 1-5 game board then try the 1-10 board. For extra challenge, add game boards for higher number paths.

Lily Pad Board 1 to 5

Lily Pad Board 1 to 10

Lily Pad Board 11 to 20

Lily Pad Board 21 to 30

Lily Pad Board 31 to 40

Lily Pad Board 41 to 50

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