Unlock your child's potential with our engaging Critical Thinking Skills Worksheets designed for ages 5-6. These thoughtfully crafted activities focus on developing logical reasoning, problem-solving abilities, and creative thinking. Each worksheet combines fun and educational challenges, encouraging young learners to think independently and make informed decisions. Perfect for early learners, our worksheets foster essential skills that pave the way for future academic success. Whether used in the classroom or at home, these printables provide a solid foundation for lifelong learning. Nurture your child's critical thinking abilities with our expertly developed resources.


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Rainy Day 17 Worksheet
Rainy Day 17 Worksheet

Rainy Day 17 Worksheet

Assist your kids with the 6 equations given. Each cloud displays the sum of two numbers, some of which make 17. Guide them to figure out the total of both numbers when added and draw a line to the umbrella in the center to illustrate the different ways to make 17. This activity will sharpen their addition skills.
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Find the Setting Worksheet
Find the Setting Worksheet

Find the Setting Worksheet

Writing a good story requires decisions about theme, plot, characters, and setting. Setting is the place and time where events occur. Read the story in this fun worksheet with your children and ensure they are paying attention. Guide them to check the box next to the picture that shows the story's setting. 80 words.
Find the Setting Worksheet
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Community: Neighbors Worksheet
Community: Neighbors Worksheet

Community: Neighbors Worksheet

This free worksheet helps young learners understand who neighbors are and how they fit into their community. Have your student check out the options, decide which can and can't be neighbours and develop essential social and emotional skills. It's a fun and cheery way to learn about the social sciences!
Community: Neighbors Worksheet
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Activities for Different Kinds of Weather Worksheet
Activities for Different Kinds of Weather Worksheet

Activities for Different Kinds of Weather Worksheet

Help your child explore the changing seasons with this interactive worksheet. Ask them to name the different seasons and activities associated with each type of weather. Show the pictures and explain what they can do in that kind of weather. Have them check off the activities to help them learn and enjoy the changing seasons.
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Water, Water Everywhere! Worksheet
Water, Water Everywhere! Worksheet

Water, Water Everywhere! Worksheet

Ask your kids how we use water daily. Point out how vital it is to the environment, as many living things couldn't exist without it. Show them this worksheet with kids doing different things that involve water. Ask them to identify what each one is doing, then help them circle the images which show the ways we use the water.
Water, Water Everywhere! Worksheet
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Comparing Shares Worksheet
Comparing Shares Worksheet

Comparing Shares Worksheet

Can your students identify and draw shapes correctly? If so, this exercise may be too easy. For those who are still learning, extra help may be needed. The worksheet requires students to select which shape is larger in each pair; circles and squares are included.
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Dot to Dot Printable Worksheet: Rooster
Dot to Dot Printable Worksheet: Rooster

Chinese Zodiac Printable

Connect the dots to reveal a rooster and learn more about the Year of the Rooster. Perfect for preschoolers and kids of all ages. Experience Chinese culture with this fun and interactive dot to dot printable! Connect the dots to discover a rooster, symbolizing the Year of the Rooster. Perfect for preschoolers and kids of all ages, this worksheet is a great way to explore new cultures and foster a spirit of diversity.
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Worksheet: Story Elements
Worksheet: Story Elements

Story Elements: Setting of a Fairy Tale Printable

Help your child learn to analyze stories starting with setting. Use Story Elements worksheet to break down setting into two parts. This will help your child recognize setting quickly and understand its importance in the plot.
Story Elements: Setting of a Fairy Tale Printable
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3 Little Pigs Step Up Worksheet
3 Little Pigs Step Up Worksheet

3 Little Pigs Step Up Worksheet

Test your kids' knowledge of the three little pigs' story. Ask them to tell you the important parts and then look at the pictures in this worksheet. Can they identify what's going on? They'll need to count the materials and help build the next steps by choosing the right option.
3 Little Pigs Step Up Worksheet
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Earth and Human Activity: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Earth and Human Activity: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Earth and Human Activity: Assessment 2 Worksheet

Earth is alive with birds, trees, insects, and animals. Explain to your kids that the environment on Earth supports life. Ask for examples, then use the worksheet pictures to help them identify living things and complete the maze.
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Earth and Human Activity: Assessment1 Worksheet
Earth and Human Activity: Assessment1 Worksheet

Earth and Human Activity: Assessment 1 Worksheet

Natural resources are gifts from Mother Nature that exist without man-made intervention. We use them to make essential items we use daily. Ask your kids for examples and have them check off images of natural resources on this worksheet.
Earth and Human Activity: Assessment 1 Worksheet
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Books For Kids PDF Worksheets: The Three Little Pigs
Books For Kids PDF Worksheets: The Three Little Pigs

The Three Little Pigs Worksheet

Print out this fun coloring page and unleash your creativity! It features a cute little pig painting her new sticks house. What color will you choose? Work those fine motor muscles and enjoy the picture come to life! See what happens next to the three little pigs.
The Three Little Pigs Worksheet
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Healthy Eyes Worksheet
Healthy Eyes Worksheet

Healthy Eyes Worksheet

Does your child know how to care for their eyes? Help them understand with this worksheet. Look through the pictures together and discuss the different ways to keep the eyes healthy and safe. These include visits to the doctor, wearing sunglasses, and eating healthy food.
Healthy Eyes Worksheet
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Marine Self-Defence Worksheet
Marine Self-Defence Worksheet

Marine Self-Defence Worksheet

Kids will love discovering the ingenious ways sea creatures protect themselves from predators such as sharks and whales! Let them explore the strategies with this fun science worksheet, which features vibrant illustrations. Have them fill in the blanks with each creature's defense strategy, such as shells, spikes, ink, or even electricity!
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Exploring Outer Space Worksheet
Exploring Outer Space Worksheet

Exploring Outer Space Worksheet

Outer space is an intriguing world. Physics behave differently than on Earth, and much remains to be uncovered. In this worksheet, scientists have located a new solar system in a distant galaxy. Explain to your kids what these two things are, then have them help count the findings. Solve the math problems, then link the lines to the right answer.
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Grade 1 Sight Words: Open
Grade 1 Sight Words: Open

Grade 1 Sight Words: Open

Grade 1 Sight Words: Open
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Kindergarten Sight Words: All
Kindergarten Sight Words: All

Kindergarten Sight Words: All

Kindergarten Sight Words: All
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Critical thinking skills are essential for children aged 5-6 because they form the foundation for effective learning and problem solving throughout their lives. At this early age, children are naturally curious and starting to explore the world around them. Encouraging critical thinking helps them process information, analyze situations, and make reasoned decisions.

When children learn to think critically, they become capable of understanding relationships between ideas, recognizing patterns, and considering various viewpoints. For example, when they solve a puzzle or engage in a “why” or “how” discussion, they develop skills in logical reasoning and creativity. These cognitive abilities are not just useful for academic success but also for everyday problem-solving and making informed choices.

Teaching critical thinking fosters independence and self-confidence in young minds. Children learn the value of asking questions and seeking evidence before drawing conclusions, which can lead to healthier decision-making and enhanced interpersonal skills. Additionally, early development of these skills supports emotional intelligence, as children learn to thoughtfully consider their actions and the consequences for themselves and others.

Overall, prioritizing critical thinking for young children equips them with tools essential for lifelong learning, adaptability, and resilience—qualities that are invaluable in today’s dynamic world.