Fascinating Fact:
Solving Similar Shapes puzzles builds spatial awareness, which makes subjects like art, design, and maths easier and more enjoyable.
In 11 Plus Non-Verbal Reasoning, pupils practise finding relationships between shapes based on proportion, orientation, and size. These skills help strengthen logical thinking, focus, and visual understanding, supporting success in other academic subjects.
Parents can explore advice and resources for 11 Plus preparation here:
Courses and Materials for the 11 Plus – A Guide for Parents
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Key Terms
- Spatial Awareness: Understanding how objects relate to each other in space or position.
- Proportion: The size relationship between two or more parts of a shape or figure.
- Rotation: The turning of a shape around a central point while maintaining its form.
Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)
What are similar shapes questions in the 11 Plus?
They are logic puzzles where pupils must recognise shapes that have the same proportions or patterns, even if they are rotated, reflected, or resized.
How do similar shapes puzzles improve reasoning skills?
They train pupils to think visually, recognise symmetry, and identify hidden connections between shapes, building logical and analytical thinking skills.
What strategies can help solve similar shapes questions?
Look carefully at each shape’s size, edges, and shading. Rotate shapes in your mind and compare their proportions rather than their colours or positions.
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