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Critical Thinking – Following Directions

Critical Thinking · Level 1 · Worksheet 3 of 5 · CCSS: SL.1.2, RF.1.4 · Practice Set 10

Level 1 ⭐

Practice SetsSet 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5 Set 6 Set 7 Set 8 Set 9 Set 10

1 Follow the Steps

📋 Read ALL the directions first. Then follow them IN ORDER.

1. Write your first name in the box below using a bright color.
2. Draw an arrow next to your name.
3. Write the number 1 under your name.
4. Draw a small flag next to the number 1.
5. Write your favorite holiday at the bottom.

2 Listen Carefully!

👂 Read each set of directions and answer the question.

Directions: "Put the markers in the box. Put the glue sticks in the bin. Put the scissors on top of the box."

Where are the scissors?

Directions: "Write the numbers 1 to 10. Circle numbers less than 5. Cross out the number 3."

Which numbers are circled?

Directions: "Draw 5 fish. Color the first one orange. Color the fourth one blue. Leave the others blank."

How many fish are NOT colored?

3 What Comes Next?

🔮 Use the clues to figure out what happens next.

What's Happening	What comes next?
You pack your swim goggles and sunscreen.
The class lines up quietly at the door.
You mix blue and yellow paint together.
The pitcher throws the ball and the batter swings.

4 Write Your Own Directions

✍️ Write 4 clear steps for how to do something simple. Be specific!

How to:

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

Step 4:

+ Bonus Thinking Practice

Use this quick challenge for Set 10.

Riddle: What kind of room has no doors or windows?

Explain how you knew.