Cuemath
Cuemath: 3 D Shapes
Introduces the concept of 3D shapes by learning the definition, types, properties, and three dimensions. Check-out the solved examples for better understanding and try your hand at solving a few interactive questions at the end of the page.
ArtsNow
Arts Now Learning: Moving Shapes [Pdf]
These activities will allow students to discover the concepts of geometry through shape exploration and the creation of choreographic sequences.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Dojo: Shape & Space: 3 D Shapes and Symmetry
Meet Morisu in the dojo. Help him with symmetrical objects and shapes!
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Searching Solid Shapes
Lesson introducing the basic three-dimensional shapes (sphere, cylinder, cone, cube). Common items with those shapes are hidden on the playground for students to find and photograph. Pictures are then used to create a photostory....
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Identify Parts of 3 D Shapes
Identify the parts of 3D shapes in this assessment.
Other
Kindergarten Works: 10 Activities for Describing 3 D Shapes in Kindergarten
Describing 3D shapes in Pre-K and Kindergarten is now an expectation as it is a key geometry standard. This resource contains 3D shapes activities and resources for practicing this standard. Included are chants, videos, games, poetry,...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Counting Flat Surfaces in Various 3 D Shapes
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The video shows how to count the number of flat surfaces on various 3D shapes. The video is followed by practice problems.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Attributes of 3 D Shapes Part 2
Second graders will identify the attributes of 3D shapes and measure the edges in inches and centimeters. This lesson contains a detailed plan and videos of students engaged in the activity.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Three Dimensional Shapes
While 3 Dimensional shapes are not mentioned specifically in the Common Core, they do include the term face which is more appropriate for 3D shape attributes.
Cuemath
Cuemath: Solid Shapes
Explore the world of solid shapes in this mini-lesson. Provides a definition, interactive examples, and interesting practice questions that help with understanding.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: World of Fish: 3 D Space & Size
Discover the characteristics of 3D shapes in this fantasy world of fish.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Shape Changing With the Cyber Squad
In this project, you will make 2-dimensional templates, called nets, that fold up into 3-dimensional (3-D) shapes. By making shapes of different sizes, you will be able to see how 3-D shapes change with size. In your findings you will...
Other
Nearpod: Solid Shapes
In this lesson on solid shapes, students will learn to identify three-dimensional shapes by their attributes and learn to recognize them in the real world.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Identifying Vertices Edges and Faces in 3 D Shapes
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students watch a video and attempt practice problems on identifying faces, edges and vertices of three dimensional shapes.
BBC
Bbc: Bitesize: Ks2: What Are the Properties of 3 D Shapes?
Watch a video and complete the activities to learn about the properties of 3D shapes.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Largest Container: Problems Using Volume and Shape
This interactive exercise focuses on volume equations, measurement, and problem solving skills to compare the volume of 3D figures constructed from similar amounts of construction materials.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Shapes Into Sculptures
In this lesson, students will identify 2- and 3-dimensional shapes as well as create shape drawings and sculptures. Teacher materials are available.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Shapes: Peg + Cat
We are learning about how shape attributes helps us to see how shapes are alike and different. This site provides four resources for shapes including 3-D.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Solid Geometry
A complete reference guide to solid geometry. The mathematics resource provides definitions and interactive activities that enhance further explanation.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Geometric Solids
An interactive game to find number of edges, surfaces and vertices of different geometric shapes.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Wizards: 2 D and 3 D Shapes
Students will create a model of a three-dimensional shape and create tessellations on a computer using two-dimensional shapes.
Common Core Sheets
Common Core Sheets: Characteristics of 3 D Shapes
Create a worksheet to assess learners knowledge of the characteristics of three dimensional shapes.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Geometric Solids
The instructional tool explores various geometric solids and their properties. Student can manipulate and color the different shapes. Learners examine the edges, faces, and vertices of the different solid figures.