identifying and describing 2d shapes

Identify and Describe 2D Shapes

This resource provides clear explanations and engaging examples, making it the perfect tool for year 3 students to learn how to identify and describe 2D Shapes.

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Lesson Overview

By the end of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Recognize and identify common 2D shapes, including triangles, rectangles, squares, circles, and polygons.
  2. Describe the properties of different 2D shapes, such as the number of sides and vertices.
  3. Compare and classify 2D shapes based on their attributes.
  4. Apply knowledge of 2D shapes to real-world contexts and problem-solving.

Curriculum Alignment: Year 3 Geometry: Properties of shapes

  • Draw 2-D shapes and make 3-D shapes using modelling materials; recognise 3-D shapes in different orientations and describe them.
Last updated on: February 25, 2026

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