Here's a new fun way to develop and sharpen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Colorful mats and shape tiles make patterning and visual discrimination fun. Start building a foundation for academic success with the Learning Mats: Patterns kit. The kit helps children practice these key skills: Recognize simple patterns. Describe, extend, and explain the next element in a simple, repeating pattern (problem solving and prediction). Sort and organize shapes. Identify and describe five geometric shapes: circle square, star, triangle, rectangle. Includes: . 10 two-sided mats. 105 shape tiles. Activity guide.