Identify and Name 3D Shapes: Year 2 Maths Interactive Geometry Lesson & Activities

Build Year 2 pupils’ knowledge of 3D shapes — their names and properties. Aligned to the Year 2 National Curriculum for maths, this resource develops pupils’ ability to identify and describe 3D shapes including cubes, cuboids, spheres, cylinders, cones and pyramids.

Mastering identifying and naming 3D shapes with Our Year 2 Maths Interactive Geometry Lesson & Activities

The National Curriculum for Year 2 Maths requires pupils to develop fluency, mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills in identifying and naming 3D shapes. This resource provides structured, engaging activities that build confidence and deep understanding.

What’s Inside This identifying and naming 3D shapes Resource

• Interactive lesson slides on 3D shape names and properties
• 3D shape identification activities
• Sorting shapes by faces, edges and vertices
• Real-world 3D shape examples
• Printable worksheet and quiz slides

Key Benefits for Students

• Develops secure knowledge of 3D shape names and properties
• Builds geometric vocabulary for faces, edges and vertices
• Encourages shape classification and comparison
• Supports progression to more complex 3D shape work

Why Teachers Love It

• Curriculum-aligned to Year 2 geometry — properties of shapes objectives
• Real-world examples make 3D shapes relatable
• Works within a 3D shapes unit
• Digital format for whole-class or independent use

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