Non-Verbal Reasoning

Count and Shade

Pupils find a one-step change in shading through outline, solid, stripes and dots, and a one-step change in the number of small dots through 1 to 4, and apply both to the final figure.

Non-Verbal ReasoningAge 9+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Decide whether shading moves forwards or backwards one step through outline, solid, stripes and dots.
  • Decide whether the number of small dots goes up or down by one through 1 to 4, wrapping at the end.
  • Apply both changes to the final figure across a change of symbol.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsThe Shading ChangeThe Dot Count ChangeCompleting the Last Pair

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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