Non-Verbal Reasoning

Jigsaw: Ten-Square Targets

Pupils find the pair of five-square pieces that exactly makes a ten-square target, using the target's arms and corners to anchor the first piece.

Non-Verbal ReasoningAge 10+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Identify parts of a ten-square target that only one piece in a pair could fill.
  • Anchor the first five-square piece in an arm or corner, then check the leftover space.
  • Reject pairs that need a flip, a gap or an overlap.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsBigger Pieces, Same RulesAnchoring the First PieceFinal Checks

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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