Matching Pastels – A File Folder Game

Materials
File folder 
Paint chips in pastel colors (two of each color; cardstock works too) 
Packing tape 
Scissors

Directions
1. Trim paint chips. 
2. Attach one set to file folder using packing tape. 
3. Use second set to match. 
4. Make a pocket for the second set out of packing tape (fold one piece in half for the pocket and use three more pieces to attach to the folder). 
5. Invite your child to play. 

Children enjoy this simple game, which helps them develop color awareness. Color matching also reinforces one to one correspondence, which will help them with math as they grow older.

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