Sorting Buttons by Multiple Attributes

Children sort a collection of buttons by colour, size, shape and number of holes. They develop multi attribute thinking.

• Framework: Reggio Emilia
• Unit: Mathematics & Logical Thinking
• Learning area: Classification & Sorting
• Level: Ages 5-6

Materials

• Button collection
• Sorting trays x 8
• Recording sheets
• Magnifying glasses

More from Mathematics & Logical Thinking

• Sorting Animals by Habitat
• Sorting Leaves Outdoors
• Yes No Sorting Game
• Carroll Diagram Investigation
• Living Non Living Sort
• Classification Tree Branching
• Sorting Sounds by Quality
• Counting Spoons in the Kitchen