What Comes Next

Worksheet Description

This playful “Days of the Week” worksheet is designed to test and reinforce preschoolers’ understanding of the sequence of days. Illustrated with cheerful red trains, each ‘carriage’ carries a day of the week, and the children are prompted to think about what day comes next in the sequence. By presenting the days in a train format, the worksheet taps into a child’s ability to follow a path or a sequence, which is a critical thinking skill in early education. This engaging approach not only teaches them about the days but also subtly introduces the concept of yesterday, today, and tomorrow, enhancing their temporal awareness.

The task is simple yet effective: identify the pattern and write the next day in the sequence. This activity does more than just teach the names of the days; it also develops cognitive skills such as pattern recognition and prediction. As children participate in this exercise, they are encouraged to vocalize their thoughts, promoting language development and confidence in their knowledge. The worksheet is a valuable resource for teachers and parents looking to create an interactive learning experience that blends cognitive development with an understanding of time.