Picnic Basket Surprise

Worksheet Description

This worksheet displays an array of baskets, some of which are illustrated as being empty and others filled with fruit, arranged in a grid format. The student’s task is to circle the baskets that are empty. After identifying all the empty baskets, the student is then instructed to count them and write the total number of empty baskets in a box provided at the bottom of the page. The visual setup of the worksheet is straightforward, allowing students to focus on the task of discerning between empty and full baskets.

The purpose of this worksheet is to enhance a student’s ability to identify and differentiate between items that are empty and those that are full, specifically baskets in this case. It teaches the concept of counting by having students tally the number of baskets that meet the criteria of being empty. This worksheet also helps in developing attention to detail and observational skills, as students must look closely to determine the state of each basket. Moreover, it lays the groundwork for understanding basic mathematical concepts such as zero, quantity, and the early stages of numerical comparison.