Copy the Tree Picture on a Grid

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In this free copy the picture activity, half of a leafy tree is already drawn on the grid. Your child looks carefully at the right half and colours the matching squares on the left half, box by box, until a whole tree appears.

It is a gentle introduction to symmetry for preschool and primary children. Because every square has a partner on the other side of the middle line, children learn to count, compare and check their own work. Use it on screen or print the worksheet for quiet time, classroom corners and travel days.

How to play

Look at the picture on the right side of the grid and find the middle line.
Start with the top row. Count how many squares are filled on the right, then colour the same squares on the left, counting out from the middle line.
Work down one row at a time until every row is matched.
Check your tree by folding the paper (or imagining a fold) along the middle line - both halves should look the same.

This activity builds early geometry and visual thinking skills. Your child practises line symmetry, learns to read position on a grid, and counts squares accurately from a starting point - the same skills used later for coordinates, maps and graph work. Copying square by square also strengthens concentration, pencil control and left-right awareness, and it gives children a simple way to check their own answer by folding along the middle line. Talk about other symmetric things at home, such as leaves, windows and butterflies, so your child starts to notice symmetry in the world around them.

Frequently asked questions

What age is this grid drawing activity best for?

It suits children aged about 5 to 6 who can count small groups and hold a crayon steadily. Younger children can join in with help, while older children can try larger grids or more detailed pictures for an extra challenge.

Do we need to print the worksheet?

No. Children can tap or click the squares on screen to fill them in. Printing is handy for classrooms, car journeys and screen-free time, and the printable version also lets children fold the page to check their symmetry.

How do I help if my child gets a row wrong?

Ask them to count the filled squares on the right half of that row, starting from the middle line. Then count the same number on the left. Spotting and fixing the row themselves builds confidence and careful checking habits.

What is a line of symmetry?

It is the line where a shape can be folded so both halves match exactly. In this activity the middle of the grid is the line of symmetry, so the left half of the tree is a mirror image of the right half.

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Updated 5 Nov 2026