Here"s a new fun way to develop and sharpen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Colorful mats and shape tiles make patterning and visual discrimination fun. Start building a foundation for academic success with the Learning Mats: Patterns kit. The kit helps children practice these key skills: - Recognize simple patterns - Describe, extend, and explain the next element in a simple, repeating pattern (problem solving and prediction) - Sort and organize shapes - Identify and describe five geometric shapes: circle square, star, triangle, rectangle Includes: - 10 two-sided mats - 105 shape tiles - Activity guide