{"id":48652,"date":"2023-04-27T13:10:04","date_gmt":"2023-04-27T13:10:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chorltontuitioncentre.co.uk\/?p=48652"},"modified":"2023-06-05T11:52:52","modified_gmt":"2023-06-05T11:52:52","slug":"11-activities-for-younger-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chorltontuitioncentre.co.uk\/11-activities-for-younger-children\/","title":{"rendered":"11+ Activities for younger children: Thinking Outside the Box"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
To prepare your young child for the 11+ do you always need formal exercises?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
No. You really don’t!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Preparing for the 11+ examination doesn’t have to be limited to conventional study methods. While academic subjects are crucial, incorporating unconventional exercises can add a unique dimension to your child’s preparation. These activities engage their minds, boost critical thinking skills, and enhance their overall cognitive abilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The point of Non Verbal Reasoning is check your child’s intelligence with spotting patterns and spatial reasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Firstly, getting your child to regularly solve puzzle activities from an early age is perfect preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, logic puzzles and brain teasers are excellent exercises for developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Introduce your child to puzzles like Sudoku, crossword puzzles, or riddles. These activities challenge their analytical abilities, improve memory retention, and enhance their logical reasoning skills, all of which are valuable for the 11+ exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n