Sorting

Many children enjoy sorting or arranging objects. This calming learning experience promotes mindfulness and is developmentally appropriate during the early years. When children sort objects they are learning how the world works.

The benefits of sorting

The benefits of sorting include:

• cognitive development
• fine motor development.

EYLF learning outcomes

Sorting aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework as it:

• supports physical learning (3.2)
• provokes confidence, commitment and persistence (4.1).

Learning experiences

Sort and match using balls

Set up sorting and matching games using balls. Throw balls into the correct coloured bucket from a distance. Sort balls from small to large, or create a pattern using different types of balls.