MIND GARDEN • VISUAL PLANNING

Connect the Shapes

A gentle visual planning activity designed for older adults. Connect each pair of matching shapes by drawing a path through neighboring grid cells. Fill every cell in the grid, and make sure the paths never cross or share a cell. Take your time — there is no timer and no score.

For older adults 5 rounds Visual planning Fill every cell No timer No score

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New layout each time

Shape pairs and puzzle layouts change from round to round, so the activity can be repeated without feeling exactly the same.

ABOUT THIS ACTIVITY

Each round contains five pairs of matching shapes. Connect every pair using neighboring cells and fill the entire grid. Completed paths cannot cross or share a cell.

◫ Visual Planning

Encourages looking ahead and choosing a clear route across the grid.

◎ Attention

Supports careful visual scanning and sustained concentration.

✋ Coordination

Uses a finger, stylus, or mouse to trace calm, deliberate paths.

For individual or supported play. This activity can be used independently or together with a caregiver, companion, family member, or activity facilitator. It can also be used in senior centers and adult day programs.

CONNECT THE SHAPES

TAKE YOUR TIME

Connect each matching pair

Start on one shape and drag through neighboring cells to its matching shape. Connect every pair and fill every cell. Paths cannot cross or share a cell.

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VISUAL ACTIVITY COMPLETE

Well Done!

You completed all 5 shape-connection puzzles and filled every grid. Thank you for taking a little time to practice visual planning, attention, and coordination.

Play again & again

Each new game creates another mix of shape pairs and path layouts.

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