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Same and Different

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  • DOMAIN(S)
    Cognitive Development and General Knowledge (CD)
  • INDICATOR(S)
    CD-MA4.1b
  • AGE GROUP(S)
    12-24 months

Collect pairs of similar objects, such as blocks, bowls, spoons or vehicles, that differ in one characteristic. For example, you might have two blocks, one red and one green; or two spoons, one wooden, one metal. Place the items in a basket or on a tray and sit on the floor. As the children gather, talk about the items. Point out the differences. “Here's a red block and here's a green block.” Ask the children to differentiate between two objects. Say, “Here are two spoons. Can you show me the shiny spoon?”

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