Tracing Shapes Worksheet – EYFS / KS1 Fine Motor and Early Maths Activity

This tracing shapes worksheet is designed to support early learners in recognising and forming basic 2D shapes. Children are encouraged to trace each shape and then colour them, helping to develop pencil control, shape recognition and early fine motor skills. The clean, child-friendly layout makes it suitable for Nursery, Reception (EYFS) and Year 1, as well as SEND pupils who benefit from structured, visually simple activities.

The worksheet includes a range of common shapes such as a square, circle, rectangle, heart and triangle. Each shape is presented with clear outlines that are easy for young children to follow, allowing them to practise tracing with increasing accuracy. After tracing, children can colour the shapes, adding an extra layer of creativity and fine motor development.

This activity supports a variety of early learning goals including pre-writing skills, early geometry understanding and hand–eye coordination. It is an ideal resource for early maths lessons, fine motor stations, morning work, early finisher tasks or intervention groups. The worksheet is also suitable for home learning or use on digital platforms such as iPad and Showbie.

Teachers appreciate the simplicity and flexibility of this resource, which can be used independently or as part of a broader shapes unit. Its clear design helps children stay focused, making it particularly effective for SEND and EAL learners who benefit from uncluttered visual materials.