Which stages are covered?

The UAE library is organised for KG1, KG2, and Grade 1 through Grade 5.

Can I preview a worksheet before printing?

Yes. Each published worksheet page shows the full printable activity.

How often should a child use worksheets?

Choose short, focused practice that supports the current lesson. Talk, play, reading and hands-on work should remain part of learning.

Can teachers adapt a worksheet?

Yes. Offer pictures, counters, read-aloud support or fewer items while keeping the same learning goal.

Are these worksheets a complete curriculum?

No. They are practice resources to use alongside teaching and other learning activities.

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Same Different Practice Activities

Printable preschool and kindergarten activities for comparing objects, shapes, words, and groups by noticing what is the same, different, or does not belong.

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Belong Not BelongPrintable preschool and kindergarten activities for identifying which picture belongs in a group and which one does not.DifferentPrintable preschool and kindergarten worksheets help children spot the item that is different by comparing pictures, shapes, colors, sizes, and categories.ObjectsPreschool and kindergarten worksheets that build same-different thinking by comparing familiar objects.ShapesExplore shapes practice activities within Same Different Practice Activities, organised so children, families, and elementary teachers can move from broad learning areas to focused printable practice.WordsPrintable preschool and kindergarten word comparison worksheets help children notice when two printed words look the same or different.

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Preview page 1 of Belong Not Belong — Recognise the Skill

Belong Not Belong — Recognise the SkillRecognise the Skill for belong not belong in KG1. Look at each group and tick the one picture or word that does not belong.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Different — Recognise the Skill

Different — Recognise the SkillRecognise the Skill for different in KG1. Choose the picture, shape, colour, size, or group that is different in each set.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Objects — Recognise the Skill

Objects — Recognise the SkillRecognise the Skill for objects in KG1. Look at familiar object pictures and choose the matching object or the object that is different.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Shapes — Concept Foundations

Shapes — Concept FoundationsConcept Foundations for shapes in KG1. Identify common 2D shapes, match them to familiar objects, and sort them by simple features such as corners and sides.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Words — Recognise the Skill

Words — Recognise the SkillRecognise the Skill for words in KG1. Look at each pair of printed words and choose whether they are the same or different.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Belong Not Belong — Guided Completion

Belong Not Belong — Guided CompletionGuided Completion for belong not belong in KG1. Choose the picture or word that belongs in each group, then choose the one that does not belong.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Different — Guided Completion

Different — Guided CompletionGuided Completion for different in KG1. Look at each row of three pictures and tick the one that is different.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Objects — Guided Completion

Objects — Guided CompletionGuided Completion for objects in KG1. Complete guided sentences by choosing familiar object words and deciding whether object pairs are the same or different.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Shapes — Visual Models

Shapes — Visual ModelsVisual Models for shapes in KG1. Look at each visual shape model and choose its name or a matching feature.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Words — Guided Completion

Words — Guided CompletionGuided Completion for words in KG1. Complete each sentence by choosing whether the two printed words look the same or different.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Belong Not Belong — Sentence Practice

Belong Not Belong — Sentence PracticeSentence Practice for belong not belong in KG1. Read each pair of sentences and tick the one that correctly says whether the item belongs.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Different — Sentence Practice

Different — Sentence PracticeSentence Practice for different in KG1. Read simple sentences, choose or complete the word different, then write short sentences using it.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Objects — Sentence Practice

Objects — Sentence PracticeSentence Practice for objects in KG1. Look at familiar object pictures, choose the matching sentence, complete simple object sentences, and write two short sentences.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Shapes — Guided Practice

Shapes — Guided PracticeGuided Practice for shapes in KG1. Choose the name of each shape, count its sides and corners, and match simple shape clues.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Words — Sentence Practice

Words — Sentence PracticeSentence Practice for words in KG1. Read each short sentence and choose the word that completes it.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Belong Not Belong — Write and Apply

Belong Not Belong — Write and ApplyWrite and Apply for belong not belong in KG1. Choose the item that belongs or does not belong in each group, then write two answers.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Different — Write and Apply

Different — Write and ApplyWrite and Apply for different in KG1. Choose the item that is different, then apply the skill by completing simple odd-one-out statements.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Objects — Write and Apply

Objects — Write and ApplyWrite and Apply for objects in KG1. Look at familiar objects, decide whether they match, and write same or different.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Shapes — Independent Practice

Shapes — Independent PracticeIndependent Practice for shapes in KG1. Identify, name, and sort common 2D shapes by their sides and corners.KG1Free PDF preview

Preview page 1 of Words — Write and Apply

Words — Write and ApplyWrite and Apply for words in KG1. Compare printed word pairs, write the matching word, and use familiar words in short sentences.KG1Free PDF preview

Practice that builds confidence

Practise Same Different

Printable preschool and kindergarten activities for comparing objects, shapes, words, and groups by noticing what is the same, different, or does not belong.

Explore printable same different worksheets for UAE learners. Choose a focused activity that suits the child's stage, model the first example together, and discuss how the child found the answer.

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Using a worksheet well

Begin with a short explanation and one worked example. Let the child complete a manageable section, then ask them to explain their answer or show another method. For younger learners, pair the page with real objects, pictures, talk and play. If an item is difficult, return to the prerequisite skill and try again later.

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How should I use these worksheets?

Choose a page that matches the current skill, model one example, and discuss the answers together.

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