To solve this problem, we need to carefully scan the grid of letters and find every instance where the three letters appear in the exact order:
w, then
n, then
m.
Here is the step-by-step search through the grid, moving generally from top to bottom, left to right:
1.
Top Row: Scanning across...
* Found one near the middle-left:
wnm (1)
2.
Second Row: Scanning across...
* Found one on the far right:
wnm (2)
3.
Third Row: Scanning across...
* Found one on the far left:
wnm (3)
4.
Fourth Row: Scanning across...
* Found one in the middle:
wnm (4)
5.
Fifth Row: Scanning across...
* Found one on the right side:
wnm (5)
6.
Sixth Row: Scanning across...
* Found one on the far right:
wnm (6)
7.
Seventh Row: Scanning across...
* Found one on the left side:
wnm (7)
8.
Eighth Row: Scanning across...
* Found one on the right side:
wnm (8)
9.
Ninth Row: Scanning across...
* Found one on the left side:
wnm (9)
10.
Bottom Section: Scanning the remaining letters...
* Found one near the bottom-middle:
wnm (10)
We have successfully located exactly 10 combinations that match the target "wnm". All other combinations (like mnw, mwn, nwm, nmw) are incorrect because the letters are in a different order.
Final Answer:
There are 10 instances of
wnm hidden in the box. You should circle these specific groups of letters.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of visual tracking worksheet.