Non-Verbal Reasoning

Shape Matching: Square-Built Shapes

Pupils find the shape made of six to eight unit squares that matches the target after turning or flipping, without resizing, using distinctive features to compare.

Non-Verbal ReasoningAge 9+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Explain that a matching shape may be turned or flipped but never resized.
  • Identify a distinctive feature of the target, such as its longest row or a sticking-out square, and find it in each option.
  • Reject options that have the same number of squares but a different arrangement.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsWhat Counts as a Match?Finding a Distinctive FeatureChecking the Whole Shape

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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