Graphic dictation by cells for preschoolers 6-7 years old

November 09, 2016

Averyanova Sveta

The formation of graphic skills is necessary for the development of writing, drawing, and number drawing skills. Kindergarten teachers and parents use different exercises and tasks. One of the most effective and interesting techniques is graphic dictations.

Parents and teachers in “developmental” schools can dictate a simple drawing or instructions for the diagram, and children 5-6 years old are indescribably delighted with the results obtained. Let's talk about this method of preparing for school in more detail.

What is graphic dictation

Preschoolers like unusual didactic activities in which you need to draw according to the cells. They do not require deep knowledge or strong mental tension from the child. Such methods of work also include graphic dictations in cells.

This is a game in which the child draws lines and diagonals on a piece of paper and as a result gets a picture of an animal or some object. It's easy to do. You just need to listen carefully to the teacher, draw lines with a pencil left, right, up or down. By developing motor skills, the baby learns to count, navigate in space, evaluate himself and enjoy the success of his classmates.

If a preschooler gapes and gets distracted, the picture won’t come together. The child realizes the importance of being attuned to the lesson, vigilance and seriousness in the process of future learning at school.

For graphic dictations, simple pictures are used. For example, a house, a dog, a car, a rocket. The images should be familiar to children and not require a long execution time.

Options for drawing by cells

Options for drawing by cells for children 6-7 years old can be divided into three groups:

Drawing according to the proposed scheme, where the student must independently reproduce a similar drawing in his notebook.
Drawing dictated by a parent or teacher. This task is performed by ear, and the adult indicates the direction of action - the number of cells up, down, right, left.
Tasks without a drawn figure, but only with indication of the symbols by which the child himself draws. This is one of the most difficult options that is offered to older children. With this version of graphic dictation, the number of cells is indicated by a number, and the direction of movement is indicated by an arrow.

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Continue the drawing by cells

In this type of task, children are presented with a symmetrical repeating pattern, which must be continued, for example, to the end of the line. The pattern can be of different levels of complexity, both the most elementary and more difficult. You can print such tasks on sheets of paper, or purchase special printed notebooks and put them in a math corner in the garden. Parents at home can come up with a pattern themselves by drawing it in a regular notebook, which the children will have to repeat.

An example of a simple checkered pattern

Symmetrical (mirror) drawing in cells

Mirror drawing in cells invites the child to complete part of the drawing, half of which has already been completed. But not just complete the drawing, but exactly as shown. The finished part can be located on the left or right, or maybe on top or bottom. The second option is more difficult. The child must strictly observe symmetry and draw the number of cells that was initially specified. These tasks are more difficult than others, but they perfectly develop abstract and logical thinking, perseverance and accuracy.

The benefits of mathematical dictations

Graphic dictation for preschoolers is a useful technique for diagnosing the level of development and preparing for school in kindergarten and at home. In preschool educational institutions, educators more often use manuals by the authors: D.B. Elkonina, O.A. Kholodova. K.V. Shevelev developed a whole course of step-by-step lessons for children 4–5 years old, 5–6 years old, as well as first-graders. Shevelev’s special notebooks develop the following skills and abilities in preschool children from the preparatory group:

coordination of movements;
attention;
memory;
perseverance;
imagination;
lexicon;
fine motor skills;
spelling vigilance.

At the same time as physical skills, the child increases self-esteem. He is aware of the need to listen to instructions. Does the job clearly and quickly, without being distracted by a bird in the window or the laughter of a neighbor at his desk.

Another goal of graphical mathematics is to broaden one's horizons. You need to select pictures according to the age and level of development of the children, but this is only at first. Later, draw pictures that are unfamiliar to preschoolers. After drawing such an arithmetic problem on a piece of paper, tell a story about an unusual animal, introduce it to its habitat, and show a photograph.

Numerical dictation assignments are a good way to adapt kindergarteners to school. They teach six-year-olds independence and orientation in a new space. This will help in mastering the elementary school curriculum, when meeting a new team and teacher.

The ability to hold a pencil, follow oral instructions, decipher text, and write is an excellent foundation for preparing for first grade.

You can ask your child to print out sheets, templates, and help interpret instructions. This helps to introduce the future preschooler to office equipment and instill respect for elders.

Stages of conducting classes

It is worth noting that almost all dictations are complemented by relaxing games, simple sayings and finger exercises for relaxation.

During classes, children develop clear speech, develop fine motor skills and practice concentrating on those things that require increased thoughtfulness - the features of objects, replenishing their vocabulary (riddles for the resulting drawings).

The tasks are designed so that the child can solve examples “from simple to complex.” According to the principle of the graphic method, children quickly and easily remember the sequence of numbers and develop orientation in the direction of movement.

Before conducting a graphic dictation, the teacher explains the essence of the task

To conduct classes you need:

The main stage consists of a conversation between the teacher and the children. It is necessary to explain the task, rules and features of the game.
The teacher asks to leave only a squared notebook, a pencil and an eraser on the desk in case the child gets lost or does not have time to complete a step.

Preschool children are given notebooks with a size of up to 0.8 mm (large) to make it easier to concentrate on finger movements. Small cells are too “complicated” for tracing and drawing, so children 5-6 years old need to ensure the comfort of the process itself.

Below is an example of a graphic dictation for a 4-5 year old child:

Stages	Step 1	Step 2	Step 3	Step 4	Step 5	Step 6	Step 7	Step 8
Block 1	Right 1	Up 3	Right 2	Up 1	Right 1	Down 3	Right 6	Up 1
Block 2	Right 1	Up 1	Right 1	Down 2	Left 1	Down 4	Left 1	Down 2
Block 3	Left 3	Up 1	Right 1	Up 1	Left 2	Down 1	Left 1	Down 1
Block 4	Left 2	Up 1	Right 1	Up 2	Left 1	Top 1	Left 3	Up 1

The result should be a picture of a dog:

The duration of the dictation is no more than 10 minutes. for preschool children 4-5 years old. For children 6-7 years old, the dictation lasts 20 minutes, since the tasks are usually more difficult. And at school, children are given similar classes that last a whole lesson. In this case, you cannot interrupt the game.

If there are left-handed children, it is worth explaining that left and right are in the same directions as usual. For some kids there is a hint - you can put dots after counting the cells.

Before starting classes, you need to do finger exercises and at the same time explain to the children the following points:

Each animal has a schematic interpretation - similarity with reality and what will ultimately appear on the sheet.
Photos may differ from each other, as well as coat colors and beak sizes. And the diagram of the figure is always the same.
In graphic dictation, it is important to maintain the order of the cells - you cannot jump over 1, get confused or finish drawing “on your own” if someone did not have time to do something.

In graphic dictation, it is important to maintain the order of the cells.
Schematic drawings have distinctive features:

hares have long ears;
elephant – large round ears;
The ostrich has a long neck.

In this case, the shapes of a circle or oval are displayed schematically, taking into account square cells. An example is mosaic, which also shows shape formation based on non-circular outlines of holes.

Execution Rules

Graphic dictations, during which you need to draw a geometric pattern, are best used in math lessons, for example in 1st grade. Execution is related to the coordinate system, counting, and geometric shapes. The methodology consists of several stages:

Prepare a piece of squared paper for the student. Keep a ready-made version of the dictation with you.
Place a dot on the student paper. This will be the start of the countdown. Or have your preschooler do it themselves, explaining how much space to give.
For a child just beginning to learn, draw arrows on paper that indicate the directions of the sides. This makes it easier to get the correct result. In subsequent lessons, hints will no longer be needed.
Explain that step 1 is a cage. If we take 2 steps, the line goes 2 cells.
The teacher dictates the working conditions step by step.

On the finished sheet for the teacher there is a drawing, a coordinate plane consisting of arrows and numbers. For example, to draw a Christmas tree, draw a line horizontally in 1 cell, vertically - 3 cells, diagonally - 3 cells, and so on. More often it’s just arrows and numbers without words.

The teacher explains which lines, where, and at what distance the preschoolers draw. Instructions are given one after another, without rushing.

After completing the written assignments and obtaining the results, draw conclusions about the lesson and the efforts of the preschoolers.
Scold him for inattention if the child was distracted by trifles, or praise him for achievements and a well-done task.

Important ! There's no need to rush. If your preschooler doesn’t keep up, usually in the first lessons, wait for him. Skipping even one step or writing incorrectly will ruin the finished result. Set the time frame gradually, speeding up the process by a couple of seconds from lesson to lesson.

Required Instructions

To conduct developmental classes with young children and older preschoolers you will need:

a squared notebook for each child. For younger preschoolers it is better to choose a large cage, for older and first-graders - a small one;
simple and multi-colored pencils;
eraser;
form with a sample picture;
instructions for the teacher;
ruler if the lines are long or diagonal;
card file with drawings.

The first lesson will be a trial lesson. On it you need to explain to the kids the principle of work, the goals and objectives of the exercise “Drawing by cells”. Try to make the lesson fun and exciting so that the young student is interested.

Give verbal instructions clearly and clearly. Talk to your children about all the stages of work:

Let's create a magical picture from different dashes. These will be enchanted figures. You need to decipher them by making notes on a piece of paper.
If you follow my instructions and requests correctly, do not confuse right and left, and carefully count the cells, you will get an amazing result.
I will say: “Draw a line on the form to the left by 2 cells, to the right by 4 cells.” You draw a nice, even line without lifting your hand from the paper.
Let's practice together on the board. As an example, let’s draw a very simple drawing from dictation. And then you will do another option without prompts and, for example, draw a vase.

After completing a simple logical task, offer preschoolers more complex schemes for independent work. When you receive the correct answer, be sure to praise the guys. Print out certificates of commendation, stars, make a personal growth board for each student.

If children have many difficulties with such exercises, the teacher should analyze the methodology and common mistakes. It is advisable to keep a lesson protocol and record the final result for each lesson. Thus, the dynamics of the development of skills and abilities of preschool children can be traced.

Perhaps the level of complexity of the pictures is not suitable for age, development of skills.

If the child is only 4 years old or a little older, then use simpler templates and increase the time to complete the task. There is no need to independently develop or compose descriptions for pictures for dictations.

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Parents and teachers in educational programs can dictate a simple drawing or instructions for the diagram, and children are indescribably delighted with the results obtained. Let's talk about this method of preparing for school in more detail.

What is graphic dictation

Preschoolers enjoy unusual didactic activities. They do not require deep knowledge or strong mental tension from the child. Such methods of work also include graphic dictations in cells.

This is a game in which the child draws lines and diagonals on a piece of paper and as a result gets a picture. It's easy to do. You just need to listen carefully to the teacher, draw lines with a pencil left, right, up or down. By developing motor skills, the baby learns to count, navigate in space, evaluate himself and enjoy the success of his classmates.

For graphic dictations, simple pictures are used. For example, a house, a dog, a car. The images should be familiar to children and not require a long execution time.

The benefits of mathematical dictations

Graphic dictation for preschoolers is a useful technique for diagnosing the level of development and preparing for school in kindergarten and at home. In preschool educational institutions, educators more often use manuals by the authors: D.B. Elkonina, O.A. Kholodova. K.V. Shevelev developed a whole course of step-by-step lessons for children 4–5 years old, 5–6 years old, as well as first-graders. Special notebooks develop the following skills and abilities in preschool children from the preparatory group:

coordination of movements;
attention;
memory;
perseverance;
imagination;
lexicon;
fine motor skills;
spelling vigilance.

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The ability to hold a pencil, follow oral instructions, decipher text, and write is an excellent foundation for preparing for first grade. You can ask your child to print out sheets, templates, and help interpret instructions. This helps to introduce the future preschooler to office equipment and instill respect for elders.

Execution Rules

Graphic dictations are best used in math lessons, for example in 1st grade. Execution is related to the coordinate system, counting, and geometric shapes. The methodology consists of several stages:

Prepare a piece of squared paper for the student. Keep a ready-made version of the dictation with you.
Place a dot on the student paper. This will be the start of the countdown. Or have your preschooler do it themselves, explaining how much space to give.
For a child just beginning to learn, draw arrows on paper that indicate the directions of the sides. This makes it easier to get the correct result. In subsequent lessons, hints will no longer be needed.
Explain that step 1 is a cage. If we take 2 steps, the line goes 2 cells.
The teacher dictates the working conditions step by step.

The teacher explains which lines, where, and at what distance the preschoolers draw. Instructions are given one after another, without rushing.

After completing the written assignments and obtaining the results, draw conclusions about the lesson and the efforts of the preschoolers. Scold him for inattention if the child was distracted by trifles, or praise him for his achievements.

Important! There's no need to rush. If your preschooler doesn’t keep up, usually in the first lessons, wait for him. Skipping even one step or writing incorrectly will ruin the finished result. Set the time frame gradually, speeding up the process by a couple of seconds from lesson to lesson.

Required Instructions

To conduct developmental classes with young children and older preschoolers you will need:

a squared notebook for each child. For younger preschoolers it is better to choose a large cage, for older and first-graders - a small one;
simple and multi-colored pencils;
eraser;
form with a sample picture;
instructions for the teacher;
ruler if the lines are long or diagonal;
card file with drawings.

The first lesson will be a trial lesson. On it you need to explain to the kids the principle of operation, the goals and objectives of the exercise. Try to make the lesson fun and exciting so that the young student is interested.

Give verbal instructions clearly and clearly. Talk to your children about all the stages of work:
Let's create a magical picture from different dashes. These will be enchanted figures. You need to decipher them by making notes on a piece of paper.
If you follow my instructions and requests correctly, do not confuse right and left, and carefully count the cells, you will get an amazing result.
I will say: “Draw a line on the form to the left by 2 cells, to the right by 4 cells.” You draw a nice, even line without lifting your hand from the paper.
Let's practice together on the board. As an example, let’s draw a very simple drawing from dictation. And then you will make another option without prompting.

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Perhaps the level of complexity of the pictures is not suitable for age, development of skills. Use simpler templates, increase the time to complete the task. There is no need to independently develop or compose descriptions for pictures for dictations.

Methods of execution

There are several methods for conducting dictations:

Auditory. The child draws a graph or a picture from dictation. The teacher gives verbal instructions about how many cells and in which direction the line should be drawn. After finishing the work, compare the result with the sample. This technology develops attention, brain concentration when performing complex tasks, and child concentration.

Drawing from a sample. Print the finished template. Place it on the table in front of your child. Let him copy it into his notebook. It is important to look carefully at the direction of the line and count the cells. Get your baby interested in figures and diagrams. The girl will be happy to copy a small pattern, flowers; boy – geometric shapes, cars, animals. For 4-5 year old preschoolers, choose a simple pattern with approximately the same lines; for six year olds, choose a more complex one, where there are diagonal lines, long and short. The technology involves the development of visual attention, its stability, and perseverance.

Drawing symmetry. The blank is an unfinished drawing made on one side. The kindergartener needs to complete half the picture on his own, maintaining symmetry.

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The technique develops spatial orientation and thinking.

Time frame

The duration of the lesson depends on the age of the preschool children. Consider their readiness for serious activities and their level of perseverance. If you plan too long lessons with your children, they will get tired, you will lose time and energy, and if they are too short, you will not have time to complete the required work. It is better for teachers and parents to focus on the time frames established by psychologists:

For kindergarteners aged 5, do written work for no more than 15 minutes.
With six-year-olds – 15–20 minutes.
Keep first-graders at their desks for no more than half an hour, at least 20 minutes.

Graphic exercises seem to be straightforward tasks for preschoolers, simple and sometimes unnecessary. This is a misconception. Such lessons help children grow up confident, with adequate self-esteem, developed attention and perseverance. And this will be useful for adapting to school.

Useful tips

In the process of mastering mathematical science and new concepts, the baby and mother encounter some difficulties. Advice from experienced teachers will help you overcome them.

Before starting classes, clearly and clearly explain to your child what you want to get in the end, why these lessons are needed, what knowledge the preschooler will receive. This information is necessary for the future first-grader to motivate actions and interest in the learning process.
Don't rush to blame for mistakes. Take them apart and fix them. Create a friendly atmosphere.
Do not overload your child with complex schemes from the first lessons. Some time must pass for the kindergartener to firmly grasp the concepts of left - right, up - down. Select pictures taking into account the individual characteristics of intellectual development and the speed of drawing. Give preference to symmetrical patterns for slow kids, repeat the instructions for them several times.
Sloping lines are difficult for young students. Explain in advance what a diagonal is, how it is laid, and allow you to use a ruler.
Watch your posture and hand position. The piece of paper should lie straight on the table, the back should not bend while writing.
Keep it quiet if kindergarteners have trouble concentrating. For children with hyperactivity, absent-mindedness, or mental retardation, it is better to have individual lessons and print diagrams for additional exercises at home.
Be happy about the positive outcome. Even if the result of the work is average, be sure to praise the preschooler for his efforts.
Make changes. In between exercises, read funny poems to warm up your fingers, jump, play.

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Methods of execution

There are several methods for conducting dictations using the Minecraft method in cells:

Auditory.

The child draws a graph or a picture from dictation. The teacher gives verbal instructions about how many cells and in which direction the line should be drawn. After finishing the work, compare the result with the sample.

This technology develops attention, brain concentration when performing complex tasks, and child concentration.

Drawing from a pattern.

Print the finished template. Place it on the table in front of your child. Let him copy it into his notebook. It is important to look carefully at the direction of the line and count the cells. Get your child interested in magical figures and diagrams. The girl will be happy to copy a small pattern, flowers; boy – geometric shapes, cars, animals. For 4-5 year old preschoolers, choose a simple pattern with approximately the same lines; for six year olds, choose a more complex one, where there are diagonal lines, long and short.

The technology involves the development of visual attention, its stability, and perseverance.

Drawing symmetry.

The blank is an unfinished drawing made on one side. The kindergartener needs to complete half the picture on his own, maintaining symmetry.

The “Complete the mirror image” technique develops spatial orientation and thinking.

Time frame

The duration of the lesson “Drawing by cells” depends on the age of the preschool children. Consider their readiness for serious activities and their level of perseverance. If you plan too long lessons with your children, they will get tired, you will lose time and energy, and if they are too short, you will not have time to complete the required work. It is better for teachers and parents to focus on the time frames established by psychologists:

For kindergarteners aged 5, do written work for no more than 15 minutes.
With six-year-olds – 15–20 minutes.
Keep first-graders at their desks for no more than half an hour, at least 20 minutes.