The foundation for matching develops even during infancy. For example, at 5–6 months, babies match a familiar sound to an object or people.As your child grows, matching one object to another gets more complex. At around 2, you will find that your child displays the ability to match pictures.Our Apple Tree Matching printable is suitable for children 2.5 years old and older. Matching numbers helps to create awareness of the number names, even though your child may be unable to name them. Activity Template is included to enable you to create different matching activities that suit your child's needs) What can your child learn? Trains visual discrimination skills through matching Number recognition Number sequencing (For a younger child, you can say the numbers one after another to help them find and learn the number in sequence) Lengthening attention span What will your child do? Match the numbers Materials: Apple tree printable Glue Scissors (to cut the apples) Preparation: Cut the apples printable Display glue, the apples printable with the apple tree printable on the table to invite your child to do the activity. Have FUN :)