The Mom I Want to Be

File Folder Activities are a convenient way to help toddler and preschool age children learn concepts. File folders are portable, store easily in a filing box, and provide a compact learning space. You can make several different kinds of file folder activities and simply pull them out when you are ready to use them.

 

 

 

For this particular activity, I focused on Numbers 1-10. I used the same shape for my design (circles), but varied size and color. I wanted to give the activity a little bit of interest, but not too much, as it might overwhelm early learners.

 

1 Manila file folder

Scrapbook/construction paper

Circle cutter ( punch or scissors work great too)

Black sharpie

Adhesive/Glue

Clear ”Con-tact” paper (often used as shelf liner to line kitchen cabinets)

Ziplock Baggie

 

Cut out two set of shapes. Label them, individually with the numbers 1 through 10.  Mount one set of shapes to the inside of the file folder. Set others aside. Title the front (if so desired). Cover both sides with contact paper (this provides durability). Be sure to smooth out any wrinkles. Use the remaining set of shapes to match up the ones in the file folder. Store shapes in ziploc baggie in folder when not in use.