Lines: Next the child will be able to cut along a wide line (1/8 to 1/4 inch wide) for about 6 inches. Eventually, the child will be able to cut across the width of a page of paper, cutting it in half. Circles: By age 4, they can begin to work on cutting out circles. More Shapes: By age 5, work on cutting out triangles, then squares. Curves: From age 5 to 6, they can cut along a curved line, and eventually cut out complex shapes depending upon the