recognise and name 3 d shapes​

Recognise and Name 3-D Shapes​

Explore the world of 3-D shapes! 🟦🔺 Learn to spot and name shapes in any orientation and size. Discover that cuboids aren’t pyramids, and pyramids aren’t cuboids—they each have their own unique look and properties. Perfect for hands-on learning and visual fun!

Target Age:

Lesson Overview

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

  1. Recognise and name 3-D shapes​ in different orientations and sizes
  2. Learn that cuboids and pyramids are not always similar to each other.

Curriculum Alignment: Year 1 Geometry: Properties of shapes

Recognise and name common 2-D and 3-D shapes, including:

  • 2-D shapes [for example, rectangles (including squares), circles and triangles]
  • 3-D shapes [for example, cuboids (including cubes), pyramids and spheres]
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Last updated on: February 18, 2026

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