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Non-Verbal Reasoning

Shading and Dots in a Grid

Pupils track a shading cycle and a dot-count cycle across each row, work out the separate steps down each column, and find the box where both routes agree.

Non-Verbal ReasoningAge 9+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Identify how shading and the number of small dots change across a row, including wrapping at the end.
  • Work out the separate changes down a column.
  • Choose the missing box by checking that the row route and the column route agree.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsChanges Across a RowChanges Down a ColumnBoth Routes Must Agree

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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