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Scissor Safety - Carry, Hold & Cut Visual

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Age range: Preschool (3-4) · Reception (4-5) · Year 1 (5-6)
Updated: October 2026

About this resource

Scissor Safety – Carry, Hold & Cut Visual A simple, child-friendly visual to support children in learning how to use scissors safely and independently. The clear three-step prompt shows children how to: Carry scissors safely by holding the closed blades with the handles pointing upwards. Hold scissors correctly ready for cutting. Cut safely while sitting at a table. Designed to be easy for young children to understand at a glance, with minimal text and clear photographic prompts. Perfect for displaying in your creative area, cutting station or continuous provision as a reminder children can refer to independently.

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What's included.

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Carry scissors safely by holding the closed blades with the handles pointing upwards.
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Hold scissors correctly ready for cutting.
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Cut safely while sitting at a table.