Nursery Maths Starting to Puzzle Lesson Pack
Build shape recognition, matching and reasoning with our Nursery Maths Starting to Puzzle lesson pack, part of our EYFS summer term maths scheme. Aligned with the White Rose approach and the EYFS framework, this block uses hands-on puzzles, jigsaws and small-world play to support early problem-solving and spatial thinking.
This block is designed to be delivered over two weeks with three adult-led lessons each week. You can adapt the pace to suit your children, but we recommend following the sequence for best results.
What’s included in this lesson pack?
- 6 EYFS lesson plans with clear adult-led guidance
- Interactive slides and key questions for each session
- Suggested continuous provision enhancements
- Printable resources and stem sentences
Small steps
- Complete shape match puzzles
- Complete simple jigsaws
- Match objects to pictures
- Match objects to shadows
- Explore objects and small world from different positions
- Make simple routes in small world with lines and curves
Perfect for summer term maths
This Nursery Maths Starting to Puzzle lesson pack supports children to match, describe and explore shapes and positions through play. Fully aligned with Development Matters and ideal for Early Years maths learning.
