What’s inside
Two pages of cutting strips. Page one has straight lines for beginners; page two has zigzags, waves and steps. Children cut from the scissors to the star along each dotted line.
How to use it
- Print on normal paper (thick card is harder to cut).
- Use child-safe scissors, with a grown-up close by.
- Cut along each dotted line from the scissors to the star.
What children practise
- Scissor skills and hand strength
- Using two hands together
- Following a line, which also helps with writing
Tips for parents
- Show how to hold the scissors with the thumb on top: “thumbs up!”
- Cut a page into strips first so it’s easier to hold.
Questions parents ask
Is the scissor cutting practice sheets really free?
Yes. Download and print as many copies as you like for your family or your classroom. There’s nothing to buy and no sign-up.
Which paper size should I choose?
Choose A4 if you’re in the UK, India, Australia or most of the world, and US Letter if you’re in the United States or Canada. Both print the same pages; just pick the one that matches the paper in your printer.
Can I use these in my classroom or nursery?
Yes, you’re welcome to print them for your class. Please don’t sell them or upload the PDF files elsewhere; share a link to this page instead.
Do the pages print in black and white?
Yes. They look bright in colour, but every page also works on a black-and-white printer, and the pictures are made to be coloured in.
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