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Rainbow Path

Roll the die. Move to the next matching color.

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Notes for adults

Age 3 · 15 min · Easy

Roll the color die and move to the next matching space. A playful way to recognize colors and practice taking turns.

Learning objectives

  • Name or point to the color rolled on the die.
  • Find the next space of the same color on the path.
  • Take part in the game and wait for a turn with support.

What you need

  • Game pages printed in color
  • Scissors and glue or tape for the adult
  • A sheet of paper for assembling the path
  • One large paper marker for each player

Safety notes

An adult should cut out and assemble the die and path. Use large markers, especially if any child still mouths objects. Supervise play.

How to do it

  1. Before playing, cut out and assemble the die.
  2. Cut out the board spaces and glue them in an arch on a sheet of paper, keeping them in their printed order.
  3. Place the markers before the first space and show the child the colors.
  4. Roll the die and show the child how to move to the next space of that color.
  5. Invite each player to roll the die and move their marker on their turn.
  6. If there is no matching space ahead, move the marker to the finish.
  7. When the game is over, celebrate the colors you found together.

Teaching suggestions

  • Name the color as you point: “You rolled blue. Where is the next blue space?”
  • If the child needs help, point to two spaces and compare their colors together.
  • Look for the same colors on clothes, toys or objects in the room.
  • In a group, pass the die to the next player after each turn.

Variations

  • Make it easier: Play together with one marker and look for each color side by side.
  • Make it harder: Before moving, invite the child to name the color and point to the next matching space independently.
  • Extend the play: After the game, look around the room for an object matching each color on the die.

Talk about it

  • What color did you roll?
  • How did you find the next space of that color?
  • Where else can you see that color?
  • Which color would you like to find next?

What to look for

  • Notice whether the child names or points to the color rolled.
  • Watch whether the child finds the next matching space, with or without help.
  • Notice how the child participates and waits for a turn with support.