track the owl- fine motor skills owl babies nursery ks1 ps1 early years

This hands-on activity is perfect for Foundation Phase / PS1 learners, focusing on fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. It’s story-inspired and fully compatible with the Curriculum for Wales.
What’s Included
x2 a4 pages
Children trace a line from each owl to a nest to match them up
Ideal for tuff trays, small group activities, or independent play
Supports repetition and skill development
How to Use
Fine Motor Stage
Children use a pencil, crayon, or finger to trace a line from each owl to a nest
Visual Matching Stage
Encourage children to match each owl with a nest, promoting observation skills and concentration
Extension Ideas
Colour the owls and nests
Use small loose parts to decorate the nests for tactile exploration
Curriculum Links
Health & Wellbeing – Fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination
Language, Literacy & Communication – Storytelling, following instructions
Mathematics & Numeracy – Pre-matching skills, visual discrimination
Welsh Language Integration
Vocabulary: “adar” = owl, “nyth” = nest
Story prompt: “Pa adar sy’n mynd i ba nyth?” (“Which owl goes to which nest?”)