21 Free Shapes Lacing Cards (Printable PDFs)
Encourage your child's fine motor development with these fun shapes lacing cards. This collection includes 21 different shapes for little hands to practice threading and tracing. They're a wonderful way to introduce basic geometry in a hands-on way. 🖍️
All 21 pages are free to download as print-ready PDFs sized for standard letter and A4 paper. Print as many copies as you like for home or classroom use — perfect for rainy afternoons, birthday parties, or quiet-time activities.
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Frequently asked questions
What are these shapes lacing cards used for?
These free printable lacing cards are perfect for little ones learning their shapes. They help develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and shape recognition as children thread yarn or string through the holes.
What size paper should I use for printing?
For best results, print these lacing cards on standard letter-size paper (8.5 x 11 inches). Cardstock is recommended for durability, allowing the cards to withstand repeated use by small hands.
Can I use these lacing cards in my classroom?
Yes, absolutely! These shape lacing cards are great for preschool and kindergarten classrooms. You can print and use them for your students as many times as you need for educational purposes.
How do I prepare the lacing cards?
Simply print the PDF, cut out each shape card, and carefully punch or cut holes along the dotted lines. Then, provide yarn, shoelaces, or ribbon for children to practice their lacing skills.
About this collection
This set features 21 pages, each showcasing a basic shape for children to cut out and punch holes in. They can then use a shoelace or string to thread through the holes, practicing hand-eye coordination and fine motor control. The shapes include a circle, square, triangle, oval, diamond, star, heart, pentagon, and hexagon.
These lacing cards are ideal for preschoolers and kindergarteners, around ages 3-5, who are working on developing their pincer grasp and dexterity. They make a great quiet time activity, a classroom center, or a travel game for car rides. Use them during circle time to introduce new shapes or as a fun morning starter.
Children will enjoy the tactile experience of lacing these distinct shapes. The bold outlines make them easy to cut, and the evenly spaced holes are perfect for little fingers to navigate. These cards are a wonderful tool for learning shape names and recognizing them in the world around them, making learning feel like play.
Every file is a free PDF sized for US Letter that also prints perfectly on A4 with "fit to page" selected — no account and no email needed. Teachers and homeschool parents may print as many copies as they like; see our friendly license.